M&G Investments

Our approach to RPI

Delivering long-term sustainable returns is not just about financial factors. By integrating environmental, social and governance factors into our investment thinking we are able to better future-proof our portfolios.

This is why at M&G Real Estate, we have proactively addressed RPI issues for more than a decade, leading the agenda in this critical area in order to add value and drive returns for our clients over the long-term.

2018 annual RPI report

Our latest report outlines our responsible approach to business thinking and how we continue to drive progress towards our 2025 RPI targets, as part of M&G Real Estate’s vision for a cleaner, greener and better world.

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Responsible Property in action: Centropolis Towers

The Centropolis case study highlights a large APAC deal which reflects high environmental standards.

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The benefits of green certified buildings

With the built environment responsible for almost 40% of energy consumption in the EU, real estate investors are increasingly committing to more sustainable practices. What are the quantifiable benefits of ‘going green’ for investors?

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Case study: Compass One, Singapore

We undertook a major refurbishment of this 25,000 sq m shopping mall in late 2015 to increase rental income and target energy efficiency.

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Case study: No 2 Forbury Place, Reading, UK

M&G Real Estate’s head of UK business space Chris Perkins explains the benefits of developing buildings to specification, including ‘green’ features.

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Case study: Blekholmen 1, Sweden

At our prime office Blekholmen in Stockholm, we have integrated the highest quality digital connectivity and driven environmental standards by agreeing green lease clauses with occupiers.

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Case study: Rehearsal Rooms, UK

Developing communities, supporting environmental efficiency and healthy living are priorities at Build-to-Rent scheme, The Rehearsal Rooms in London.

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Tackling climate change through property investing

Our approach to RPI

We continue to work towards our ambitious vision of becoming a global leader in RPI. To achieve this goal, we need to inject new momentum, innovation and principles into our approach. This is where our new RPI strategy comes in.

We are focusing on four key impact areas

Enhance & transform Being at the forefront of identifying and influencing the drivers of change and shaping our investment strategies accordingly, we will aim to continue to deliver strong returns for our investors in the long term.

Safeguard & future-proof Combining innovation with best-in-class management, we will set the bar for exceptional workplaces, homes and leisure destination, which have enduring appeal and benefit local communities and economies around the world.

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RPI strategy in focus

Socio-economic benefit

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The urban environment and built form has a huge impact on economic success, social cohesion and quality of life.

Environmental excellence

Driving environmental improvements at our assets reduces operating costs, carbon emissions and the use of natural resources. This helps attract and retain occupiers, and ensures we appropriately manage environmental risks.

Health, wellbeing & occupier experience

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We believe that if people enjoy being in our buildings, investment performance will follow through lower vacancy rates and higher rents.

Smart, secure and connected

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Smart physical and digital infrastructure is crucial to the competitiveness and success of countries, cities and buildings, as well as positively benefitting inhabitants.