Data as the key to sustainable real estate
iqbi is one of the key partners supplying Colliers with ESG data. Such information is now indispensable for operating buildings more sustainably and complying with regulatory requirements. The partnership gains particular relevance in light of the European Commission’s Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which will require transparent reporting on the actual energy consumption of buildings in the coming years.
More than just numbers: Practical solutions for owners and tenants
Klaas Nijssen, CEO of iqbi, points out that the partnership goes beyond mere data collection. iqbi and Colliers aim to jointly develop solutions that provide property owners and tenants with concrete courses of action — whether through savings in operating costs or through targeted sustainability measures.
Outlook: Data as a driver of the real estate industry
The collaboration underscores the growing importance of ESG criteria in the real estate sector. Even though regulatory pressure has eased somewhat in recent months (see our article from March 6 → “European Commission plans extensive relief for ESG reporting requirements”), pressure from investors and tenants is increasing, and data-driven solutions can be a decisive competitive advantage.
For the industry, this represents another impetus to achieve the EU’s climate targets while simultaneously creating economically attractive real estate assets.
