"Data centres are the backbone of an era defined by digital transformation. As more developments emerge around urban centres, it is vital to consider the social value and community benefits they create, both locally and nationally."

"COP30 in Belém concluded on 21 November, with discussions continuing into the weekend. The conference came at a pivotal moment, just five years before countries must meet their Paris 2030 climate targets."

"Today, 10th November 2025, marks the start of COP30 in Belém, Brazil. In our first COP blog, we explored the global expectations of the conference."

"Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) have long been the go to metric for assessing building efficiency."

"The property sector faces a structural shift: decarbonisation is now a present investment consideration. Stricter EPC rules could make non-compliant buildings unlettable by 2030, while UK insurance costs are rising 7-16%."

"Battery storage remains a critical enabler of energy security and the energy transition. "

"The average life expectancy in the UK’s most deprived areas is around ten years lower than in more affluent parts of the country. "

"Impact investing is an investment strategy that aims to generate both competitive financial returns and positive, measurable social and environmental outcomes."

"Energy considerations are now an essential part of a real estate development’s viability. "