What do living walls, green rooftops, smart building technology, and natural light all have in common?

They are part of a proactive and collective effort to make properties more sustainable and environment-friendly.

Sustainability-friendly or climate-resilient properties will get more favorable terms from lending institutions, as they are seen as less risky. Having these types of properties can also lead to reduced operational costs and lesser energy consumption, enabling investors and property owners to reap long-term benefits.

How can investors and property owners make the switch to more sustainable commercial real estate? How can they get certified? Who can they turn to for consultation?

That’s why I’m talking to Dez Edwards, Senior VP at Pulse Commercial Group. Dez is on a mission to change the narrative in commercial real estate and educate customers about “going green.” In this conversation, she talks about what sustainability looks like in commercial real estate and what the long-term financial benefits are of making the switch to greener buildings.

Join us as we discuss:

• [02:15] What true property value means in sustainable commercial real estate

• [13:10] Current trends in sustainable commercial real estate

• [15:57] Unique financial benefits that the switch to sustainable and climate-resilient properties bring
  

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

• Pulse Commercial Group

• ESG Network Association

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Do you ever wonder what happens to all those shipping containers that sit idly in the world’s busiest ports?

Did you know that these containers can now be repurposed and transformed into a new and sustainable housing solution?

Buildings made from old shipping containers are considered property and can be permanently fixed, appraised, and insured. They can also be built quickly, are well insulated, and are more durable. It’s all part of an ongoing effort to help everyone “think green” when it comes to buildings.

How can homeowners and businesses make the switch to green construction? What do they need to be aware of? Who can they turn to for consultation?

That’s why I’m talking to Jessica Lewis, CEO of Mobu Enterprises. Jessica is on a mission to help build greener and more sustainable homes and buildings. In this conversation, she highlights the benefits of using shipping containers in green construction and the impact of selecting sustainable materials on the planet.

Join us as we discuss:

• [02:48] How shipping containers are used for green construction

• [08:48] Factors that influence the adoption of green construction in the U.S.

• [17:47] The benefits of choosing sustainable materials
  

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

• Mobu Enterprises

• Enviro Building System

• ESG Network Association

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Whether you’re a consumer or a business, we all have a role to play when it comes to using sustainable packaging.

Taking a step in the right direction is better than not taking any step at all.

Finding out how you can make a switch to sustainable packaging, understanding what materials the packaging is made of, and taking the time to separate recyclable items are paramount in helping to protect the environment.

How can consumers, as well as businesses, make the switch? Is cost a deciding factor? Where can they go for more information and support?

That’s why I’m talking to Brad Levin, Senior Sales and Sustainability Manager at Millennium Group. Brad is on a mission to encourage companies to “think green” when it comes to product packaging. In this conversation, he highlights some challenges and provides some recommendations on how we can make the switch to packaging that’s more sustainable.

Join us as we discuss:

• [01:24] How consumer attitudes towards sustainable packaging have changed

• [06:44] Some examples of companies who have adapted their packaging

• [11:24] Some common misconceptions that consumers and businesses have around sustainable packaging

• [15:54] Recommendations for small businesses and startups who want to enter the space

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

• Brad Levin

• Millenium Group

• ESG Network Association

To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for “People, Planet, Profit” in your favorite podcast player.

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