If you’re a seasoned developer or investor, here’s something to ask: What happens to buildings that don’t meet the next‑wave of sustainability standards? According to JLL, we’re reaching a “tipping point” where demand for low‑carbon buildings will significantly outpace supply — and assets that fall behind risk becoming economically obsolete.
We’re no longer talking about “nice to have” green features. Tenants care about health, daylighting, and indoor environmental quality; CFOs want electricity bills down; occupants want comfort and status. The premium is shifting toward high‑performance assets.
For those of us investing, consider your next acquisitions or developments with three filters:
- Does the envelope, HVAC, and building systems push toward net‑zero operational energy?
- Does the finish‑out, daylighting, ventilation, and materials speak to health & prestige?
- Is the business case clear for reduced utility cost + higher rent/occupancy vs standard stock?
If you’re still comparing apples to apples on “regular building vs. green building”, it’s time to shift the paradigm. Evolve Development Group and Tyson Dirksen don’t think the future is green “on top” of conventional, but rather green is the convention.
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