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I N D U S T R Y PA R T N E R S H I P S
We leverage our strategic partnerships and involvement
in industry organizations to advance our ESG initiatives
and thought leadership. Our executive team engages
with key industry organizations like NAREIT, NAIOP
and Urban Land Institute (ULI) through conference
presentations, committee participation and industry
round tables. We encourage our coworkers to actively
participate in industry organizations and pursue
valuable professional development opportunities,
including industry accreditations.
We have participated in the voluntary Global Real
Estate Benchmark (GRESB) survey since 2020 and have
achieved four consecutive Green Stars. To validate the
environmental performance of our assets, we partner
with ENERGY STAR and LEED to obtain asset-level green
building certifications for eligible properties. Further,
we partner with the Center for Active Design (CfAD) to
pursue Fitwel’s health and well-being certification for
all new, wholly-owned development projects.
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