Sustainability Retrofit

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Solar Panels for Sustainability

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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Project Management Teams Deliver Big Value for Tenants

There’s no question that the current real estate development market is challenging. Inflation remains at its highest level in 40 years, interest rates are projected to keep rising and supply-chain...
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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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To Have and to Hold

  The net lease market is firing on all cylinders with record capital raising, persistent demand for reliable cash flows and the emergence of new players seeking low-maintenance assets offering...
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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...