An ambitious reduction of emissions within the construction and real estate sector is crucial to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees and thus achieve the goal of the Paris Agreement. Together with our customers and suppliers, Catena is working to accelerate the transition and deliver properties that are sustainable in the long term.
Some of the areas where our operations have a significant environmental impact include electricity consumption, heating use, choice of building materials in new constructions and renovations, waste management, and reduction of transportation through strategic logistics locations. For these areas, we have overarching environmental and operational goals that we track and evaluate annually. Read more about our sustainable approach in our Sustainability Report 2023.
To promote biodiversity, it is crucial to carefully consider the design of the property and take into account the natural conditions for wildlife and nature from the early stages of construction. Our goal is to be net positive in terms of biodiversity across our property portfolio, in line with our sustainability goals.
Our properties are not only home to goods and products – they also serve as workplaces for many people. The design and surroundings of these properties play a key role in shaping their daily work experience, and for us, it is important to create attractive environments where both employees and visitors thrive.
With smart energy solutions, such as solar panels combined with battery storage, our properties can play a pivotal role in the energy transition.
By optimizing energy usage in various ways, we can achieve significant results. In close collaboration with our tenants, Catena proposes measures that can effectively reduce energy consumption across our property portfolio.