3 tips to accelerate sustainability in a property company
Catena has aggressive sustainability goals and we aim to ensure effective and systematic sustainability work that produces concrete results. We are happy to share three success factors:
1. Integration of sustainability into everyday life
Sustainability goals should never be something that feels like ‘extra work’ for property management within a property company. The key is to make sustainability a natural part of daily work. For example, regular energy audits can be directly linked to the company's climate goals.
Clarifying how everyday practices such as energy analysis and maintenance affect carbon emissions creates motivation and insight throughout the organisation.
2. Prioritise the right investments
As a company, you should avoid just testing when it comes to sustainability measures. Instead, create packages that combine economically viable actions with more costly projects that deliver greater climate benefits. For example, coordinate energy efficiency investments with planned maintenance to maximise synergies and reduce costs over time.
3. Digitise and track
Keeping track of data is a prerequisite for success in sustainability work. Invest in system support that collects, analyses and visualises key figures such as energy intensity and CO₂ emissions. Use open and flexible systems that simplify work and enable a clear link between sustainability goals and daily decisions.
Digitalisation also reduces vulnerability and makes it easier to comply with new legal requirements and reporting standards.
