World Built Environment Forum

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗹𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆? Our latest article explores the real estate sector's influence on equitable urban environments, drawing insights from the Cushman & Wakefield Inclusive Cities Barometer. Highlights: ✅ Affordable housing is more than a necessity—it's a measure of social progress. ✅ Safety and accessibility are the cornerstones of inclusivity. ✅ Multidisciplinary collaboration sparks innovation for diverse communities. 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆’𝘀 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸?  Experts Prof. (Dr.) Samer Bagaeen FRICS MRTPI FRGS, Matthew Clifford, Sophie Schuller and Guto Requena share their thoughts. Discover more in the full article: https://lnkd.in/e8Wf9D7z #ExpertsInConversation #InclusiveCities #RealEstate 

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁?  The World Built Environment Forum (WBEF) is a global platform of RICS, bringing together professionals, policymakers and academics to advance conversation on the topics that shape our world. With our content reaching over 140 countries, we're always looking for fresh perspective and innovative ideas.    We invite members and non-members alike to contribute articles, case studies, or expert commentary. Whether you’ve led a transformative project, have research to share, or know an exceptional professional whose work deserves recognition, we’d love to hear from you.    Reach out with your topic suggestions and a brief overview of your expertise: https://lnkd.in/e8PAwUKJ #WBEF #BuiltEnvironment #InnovativeIdeas #ThoughtLeadership 

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗶𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀? With sustainability taking centre stage, the construction sector is under growing pressure to align with legislation targeting biodiversity preservation and the reduction of embodied carbon emissions. On 𝟭𝟭 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, we’ll present key insights from the 𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, exploring how the industry is adapting to these regulations. This important discussion will examine how stakeholders are reshaping their practices to meet these evolving requirements, as well as the innovative strategies being employed to promote greater sustainability in construction. Gain valuable insights from our panel of experts on the future of sustainable buildings. 🔗 Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/e9kd5Txe

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝘄𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗱 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺’ 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀? Across cities like Berlin, Amsterdam, and London, housing markets are under immense pressure. With rising costs, slowing new construction, and rapidly evolving regulations, experts Sander Burgers, David Fell, Roman Heidrich MRICS, Oliver Knight, Ingrid Neugebauer, MRICS, Simon Rubinsohn are calling for creative, multi-tenure solutions to tackle this ‘wicked problem.’ But what will it take to achieve meaningful change? 👉 Dive into expert insights and explore the potential path forward: https://lnkd.in/esWRchyg   #ExpertsInConversation #HousingCrisis #AffordableHousing 

𝗔𝘀 𝗖𝗢𝗣𝟮𝟵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝘀, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝘀.   Discussions at COP29 emphasised the critical role of the built environment in combating climate change, focusing on reducing embodied carbon, adopting renewable energy, and integrating nature-based solutions. The urgency of these actions is clear as we work toward a more sustainable future.   In line with these global discussions, the latest 𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 uncovers insights from 4,000 professionals across 32 countries, revealing key trends and challenges in the built and natural environments. While progress is being made, the report findings indicate:    - demand keeps rising  - policy matters  - perceived value and demand are driving real estate   - costs and skills shortages are holding back progress  - industry must embrace carbon measurement  - there is complacency on biodiversity  - the sector is unprepared for disaster   The report also sheds light on the high-level policy measures that can accelerate the path towards decarbonisation.   🔗 Download the report and infographic to explore regional sentiment, key drivers, and challenges: https://lnkd.in/eXrcksFq   #SustainabilityReport2024 #COP29 #BuiltEnvironment #RICS

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗴𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝘀? 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘙𝘐𝘊𝘚 𝘎𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘔𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘘3 2024 sheds light on evolving trends worldwide. While activity growth continues, it's slowing down across several regions, with sector-level dynamics showing notable differences. In some regions, housing demand has softened, especially in the Americas and Asia Pacific, while infrastructure projects remain robust on a global scale. Financial constraints and reduced demand are pressing challenges, though easing credit conditions offer a silver lining for future growth. Curious to learn more about the trends shaping the construction market this quarter? Dive into the full report: https://lnkd.in/eEEjqj4a #GlobalConstruction #MarketInsights #ThoughtLeadership

📊 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗮𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆? 🌱 Discover the cutting-edge role of data and technology in advancing sustainability at the Global Sustainability Conference. Industry leaders will explore how data analytics, AI, and emerging technologies are transforming environmental conservation, resource efficiency, and sustainable development. Join us to learn how organisations are using data-driven solutions to track progress, optimise energy use, and uncover new efficiencies for a sustainable future. 👉 Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/eqVXTDbD #GlobalSustainabilityConference #Data #Technology 

𝗪𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲? In today’s webinar, we partnered with Arcadis to discuss how cities can tackle the critical challenges of sustainability and achieving the 2030 UN Sustainable Development Goals. A huge thank you to our expert panellists Céline Crestin, Carolien Gehrels, Peter Hogg, Stuart Rogers and Anil Sawhney who shared valuable insights on what defines a sustainable city, the factors that drive or hinder momentum, and how collaboration across sectors can deliver meaningful progress. The discussion highlighted actionable strategies for overcoming barriers, leveraging innovation, and prioritising efforts to build resilience while advancing global sustainability goals. 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗯𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿? 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: You need a long-term vision and an integrated approach that incorporates new aspects of sustainability, combining housing, mobility, energy transition, water management and climate adaptation. It’s important to drill down into the detail, as cities often lose momentum when talking in very high conceptual terms rather than focusing on the plan of activity across the sustainability pillars. We learned that we can't just do things to places – we have to do things with communities and places. Priorities include adapting to increasing summer temperatures to ensure districts remain liveable and become better places to live. This includes improving parks and increasing tree cover. Stay tuned for a detailed summary coming soon. Explore more of our thought-provoking discussions by joining our upcoming #WBEF webinars: https://lnkd.in/eXB5ThpF #ExpertsInConversation #UrbanFutures #SustainableCities

As we head into 2025, key factors are shaping the sustainability journey in real estate and construction. Take our poll and tell us which factor you think will have the biggest impact. Join us on 11 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗜𝗖𝗦 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 webinar to explore the latest findings. 🔗 Book Now: https://lnkd.in/e9kd5Txe #Sustainability #RealEstate #FutureOfConstruction

𝗜𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘂𝗿𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀? As cities face growing environmental and social challenges, traditional approaches may no longer be enough. From cutting-edge climate adaptation strategies to breakthroughs in energy transition and mobility infrastructure, innovation is proving essential in shaping the future of sustainable cities. But what role does innovation truly play in maintaining long-term progress, and how can cities ensure these solutions remain adaptable for the future? Join our upcoming webinar with Arcadis, where industry experts will explore how cities worldwide are leveraging innovative technologies and strategies to lead in sustainability. Book now: https://lnkd.in/eWpz_W2v #ExpertsInConversation #SustainableCities #UrbanFutures