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Tenant Partnerships – The Road to a Sustainable Future

As Climate Week NYC approaches, the spotlight on sustainability is brighter than ever. For companies across industries, the annual event underscores the urgent need to address climate change. The real...
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Going Green for Earth Day

Real estate is one of the biggest CO2 emitters, with buildings accounting for 30-34% of global energy consumption. This makes it a critical sector in the global effort to reduce carbon emissions...
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The Benefits of LED Lighting for Commercial Real Estate Tenants

As environmental concerns become prominent in today’s market and green initiatives drive corporate decisions for investors and consumers, businesses are focused on reducing their carbon footprint....
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Here Comes the Sun!

Real estate, one of the largest contributors to carbon emissions, accounts for approximately 37% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. This makes it a critical sector in the global effort to...
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Benefits of Green Leasing for Net Lease REITs

The real estate industry continues to face increased scrutiny regarding climate-related disclosures from many different stakeholders, including investors and regulatory agencies. As the SEC finalizes...
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What Makes a Great Place to Work

Company culture is the backbone of any successful organization. According to a recent survey, 83% of respondents rated company culture as important when deciding where to work. When cultivated...
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The Return to Cannes: Takeaways from MIPIM 2022

Following a pandemic-induced hiatus, MIPIM, Europe’s largest real estate event of the year, finally returned to the idyllic city of Cannes. More than 20,000 attendees eagerly came out to meet in...
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Why Tenant-Landlord Relationships Matter

Since our founding in 1973, W. P. Carey has been a long-term partner to our tenants. This means that when we invest in a property, we are also committed to advancing the tenant’s business and look to...
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The Importance of ESG for Net Lease REITs

Nearly three-quarters of institutional investors are factoring ESG into their investment decisions, up 18% since 2019 according to a recent report. As the importance of responsible investing continues...