In this context, the real estate sector plays a key role: the way buildings are designed, managed, and upgraded has a direct impact on resource consumption, emissions, and an organization’s reputation.
Globally, commercial real estate accounts for a significant share of energy use and related emissions. That’s why aligning asset management with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is no longer optional—it’s a strategy for long-term continuity, operational efficiency, and market positioning. Certifications such as LEED and WELL have become key frameworks for evaluating environmental performance, comfort, and wellbeing in the day-to-day use of space.
But sustainability isn’t built on isolated actions—nor is it measured by intentions alone. More and more companies are adopting tools like GRI (Global Reporting Initiative) reports, which provide clear metrics to measure and communicate the economic, social, and environmental impact of their operations. These reports also align directly with the commitments set out in the 2030 Agenda, offering a common framework for accountability to investors, internal teams, and local communities.
In Argentina, the absence of a national regulatory framework for energy efficiency in existing buildings presents a challenge—but also an opportunity. It opens the door for the private sector to take the lead, stay ahead of the curve, and build competitive advantages. Many companies are already doing so through scalable interventions that combine measurable results with concrete actions: from lighting and ventilation upgrades to redesigns based on how spaces are actually used.
This shift is also being driven from within. More and more employees are demanding healthy, accessible environments that align with sustainable values. This cultural transformation strengthens institutional commitment and amplifies the impact of every decision.
Sustainability can no longer be a symbolic gesture—it requires consistency, strategy, and ongoing follow-up. In times when budgets demand precision and expectations around environmental responsibility are rising, corporate buildings become a visible expression of how each company chooses to envision—and inhabit—the future.
At Cushman & Wakefield, we help companies, owners, and investors transform their assets by aligning them with the SDGs, GRI standards, and today’s evolving challenges. Because staying ahead is also a form of leadership.