Sustainable real estate:Impact on valuation, financing, and investor strategies
The event brought together industry leaders for a forward-looking seminar on how sustainable real estate and green buildings are transforming corporate strategy, investment portfolios, and financial performance.
Time & Location
Monday, January 12, 2026
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Pl, Central, Hong Kong
About the event
This forward-looking seminar discussed how sustainable real estate and green buildings are transforming corporate strategies, investment portfolios, and financial performance.
The discussion explored how sustainable building practices influence valuation, tenant demand, rental premiums, and access to financing, while also addressing resilience to climate risks and regulatory changes. It examined how the integration of energy efficiency, low-carbon materials, and climate adaptation measures can reduce operational risks and protect long-term asset value in a changing climate.
From a corporate perspective, the panel considered how sustainability in real estate supports brand reputation, stakeholder confidence, and long-term competitiveness, especially amid tightening disclosure and green taxonomy requirements. From the investor viewpoint, the discussion assessed market appetite for green real estate, comparing financial performance and risk profiles against traditional assets, and discussed how green buildings fit within ESG mandates, transition planning, and net-zero commitments.
Speakers
Mary Leung, CFA
Senior Advisor,
Research and Advocacy, APAC,
CFA Institute
Andy Law
Partner,
Sustainability and Emerging Assurance,
Deloitte China
Ellie Tang
Director,
Sustainable Investing,
Fidelity International
Johnny Yu, CFA
Advisor to Chairman and Head of Sustainability,
Henderson Land Development
Justin Yu
Board Member,
RICS Hong Kong Regional Advisory Board
Date:
Monday, January 12, 2026
Time:
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue:
HKU iCube, 4005-4007, 40/F, Two Exchange Square, Central
Language:
English
Mode:
Face-to-face Sharing
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