Safeguard Your Acquisition from Transition Risks

Originally published on GlobeSt

In 2025 and beyond, not only must CRE owners and investors deal with physical climate risks like wildfires and hurricanes, but they also need to manage the transition risks that come with the shift toward a low-carbon economy. Transition Risks are business-related risks due to government regulations and disclosure rules around how properties impact the environment.

Current regulations and potential future ones, such as local ordinances like NYC’s Local Law 97 which enforce greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets, are aiming to minimize the impact that buildings have on the environment. Property owners must comply with these regulations by their deadlines or face hefty fines, and assets can become stranded if they do not adhere to these energy efficiency standards.

While investors make progress to mitigate the transition risks of existing properties, it is imperative that they begin during the acquisition due diligence phase to minimize the impact of transition risk on property performance.

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Author

  • Co-Founder and President, Partner Energy

    Tony Liou is co-founder and President of Partner Energy, a division of Partner Engineering and Science. The company helps clients identify, capitalize and implement energy efficiency and sustainability projects that meet business goals. Tony shares his insights and discusses best practices at speaking engagements and through industry publications including MBA CREF, NAREIM Meetings, CREFC Annual Conference, Environmental Banker Association (EBA) Annual Meeting, and IMN ESG Forums.

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