In this article, you'll learn:

• How COVID-19 temporarily reduced emissions and highlighted environmental issues.
• The increasing focus on green initiatives in commercial real estate.
• The role of smart technologies in boosting energy efficiency and air quality.
• The benefits of sustainable investments and decarbonizing CRE portfolios.

It did not take long for the COVID-19 pandemic to begin reshaping the way we live and work. Although the crisis is by no means over, as the world looks forward to the eventual recovery, industry leaders, including those in commercial real estate, are recognizing that now is an opportune time to put a focus on rebuilding sustainably. While the COVID-19 crisis is new (and will one day be just a memory), the climate crisis has been around for decades and will continue to be a threat unless action is taken.