First Property Group has long recognised that Environmental, Social and Governance issues (ESG) can affect the investment performance of the properties and funds which we manage. As a result, the consideration of ESG issues is an integral part of the Group’s investment processes. The Group has formalised its commitment to incorporating ESG into its investment and asset management processes by creating a Responsible Investment Policy.
Our responsible investment activities are guided by the following six core objectives:
- Improve the environmental performance of our buildings’ and reduce operational costs principally by:
- Improving energy efficiency and minimising carbon emissions;
- Improving water efficiency and leak prevention;
- Enabling good waste management practices and reducing waste generation.
- Improve sustainability standards within our investment and asset management processes;
- Enhance the health and wellbeing of our tenants;
- Contribute to our local communities;
- Engage with our investors and supply chain partners on material sustainability issues; and
- Ensure robust processes are in place to manage material legislative, environmental and social risks and opportunities.
