From Risk to VALUE with Carl Brooks & The Global CBRE perspective!

Carl Brooks

Global Head of Sustainability

at

CBRE

Join us for an in-depth interview with Carl Brooks, Global Head of Sustainability at CBRE, as we explore the evolving landscape of real estate, sustainability, and climate risk management. In this engaging conversation, Carl shares his expertise on how CBRE manages one of the world’s largest real estate portfolios, the financial implications of climate change, and the strategies driving sustainable value for investors and occupiers alike. Discover how global regulations, data-driven solutions, and innovative technologies like AI are shaping the future of property management. Carl offers practical insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the industry, from green building certifications and investor engagement to the realities of ESG and the impact of local versus global sustainability frameworks. Whether you’re a real estate professional, investor, or simply interested in the intersection of property and sustainability, this interview provides valuable perspectives on building resilience, driving performance, and creating long-term value in a rapidly changing world.

In this episode

00:00 CBRE's Global Real Estate Empire

01:07 What Does CBRE Actually Do?

02:41 Global Sustainability Challenges

04:25 Climate Risk & Financial Impact

07:51 Physical Climate Risk & Occupier Wellbeing

09:57 Do Green Buildings Command Higher Rents?

11:53 The 80/20 Split: Investor Engagement

15:43 Europe vs US: Who Leads in Sustainability?

20:05 Data-Driven Sustainability Solutions

27:39 AI in Real Estate: Promise vs Reality

32:20 Beyond the Hype: The Future of ESG

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