Driving sustainable performance in the property sector

The property sector faces growing pressure to transition towards more sustainable and low-carbon practices. Increasing ESG regulations, investor scrutiny, and tenant expectations demand that companies take action to mitigate climate risks, enhance energy efficiency, and deliver healthier built environments. Anthesis provides the expertise and solutions needed to navigate these challenges and unlock the opportunities of a greener future.

We support the property sector in developing and implementing sustainability strategies that drive long-term value, resilience, and regulatory compliance. Our global team of experts collaborates with property developers, investors, asset managers, and landlords to embed sustainability throughout the real estate lifecycle – from design and construction to operation and decommissioning.

Case Studies

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Delivering New Build Due Diligence for Infrastructure Investment Company

The Situation A listed infrastructure investment company looking for opportunities in the renewable energy, energy transition and sustainable infrastructure. The company decided to build a portfolio of AD plants processing (regenerative) agricultural crops, generating biomethane for injection into the natural gas grid and capturing the carbon dioxide for geological sequestration. However, it required technical diligence…

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Conducting Portfolio Due Diligence Study for Leading Fund Manager

The Situation A leading fund manager focused on renewable energy, energy transition and sustainable infrastructure saw an opportunity arose for the combined acquisition of six anaerobic digestion (AD) plants and six composting facilities located in the East of England and Isle of Wight. Solutions Impact Leveraging on more than a decade of experience in AD…

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Delivering Technical Due Diligence Study for CNG Foresight

The Situation CNG Foresight was looking to validate the proposed station design and technical aspects of a £100m+ framework to build a portfolio of bio CNG (biomethane) fuelling stations across the UK. These stations would have the capacity to fuel up to 450 vehicles per day via eight vehicle dispensers and one trailer loading dispenser….

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Conducting an Environmental Site Assessment for AMRO Partners

The Situation Anthesis was instructed by AMRO Partners to conduct an Environmental Site Assessment (ESA) with a limited Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) review of several land plots for the development of a variety of real estate development projects. Solutions Impact AMRO Partners secured financing for the development and implementation of several real estate projects….

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Developing a Sustainable Products Framework for RS Group

The Situation RS Group is a global provider of product and service solutions for designers, builders and maintainers of industrial equipment and operations. The organisation required support with the second phase of work of its ‘Better World’ programme – a framework to highlight to customers products that are more sustainable. For this phase, RS Group…

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SCATTER Emissions Reporting Tool for Local Authorities

The Situation The climate crisis has prompted numerous local authorities across the UK to make declarations and commitments around climate action and sustainability. As these authorities continue to seek effective strategies to reduce carbon emissions, a challenge has arisen around understanding, measuring, and reporting area-wide greenhouse gas emissions accurately. With many cities pledging significant carbon…

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Assessing Energy Efficiency Compliance for Wokingham Borough Council

The Situation Wokingham Borough Council needed a partner to assist with understanding and assessing the various routes to compliance with The Energy Efficiency (Private Rented Property) (England and Wales) Regulations 2015, also known as the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES). MEES is a set of legal requirements that aim to improve the energy efficiency of…

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Reviewing ESOS Compliance for Unite Students

The Situation Unite Students are the leading provider of student accommodation in the UK, providing a home for over 46,000 students. Its large building portfolio, consisting of 138 purpose built properties, was included in the scope for ESOS assessments. As Unite was already rolling out a series of heating and lighting upgrades, it needed to identify…

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Creating Energy Modelling Tool for Unite Students

The Situation With more than 130 buildings in 28 cities, Unite Students is one of the UK’s leading providers of student accommodation. The business places great importance on carbon management and this resulted in the firm embarking on an ambitious programme to achieve 80% carbon reduction from its buildings by 2050, against a 2014 baseline….

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Delivering UK Plastic Waste Market Assessments for ECP

The Situation US-based energy transition and decarbonisation infrastructure investor ECP, formerly Energy Capital Partners, sought a detailed understanding of the current and future UK plastic waste market. The objective was to support ECP’s due diligence for a proposed acquisition of Biffa plc, one of the UK’s leading integrated waste and recycling companies with a leading…

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Our Solutions

We offer a range of tailored services to help organisations across the real estate industry accelerate their sustainability transformation. Through rigorous due diligence processes, we identify potential risks and opportunities, ensuring that investments and developments align with regulatory requirements, sustainability standards, and market expectations. Our approach integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations to future-proof assets and create long-term value.

Our expertise spans multiple key areas, including net zero strategies, responsible supply chain management, and sustainable building design. By embedding due diligence into our methodologies, we help clients mitigate financial and reputational risks while enhancing the resilience and efficiency of their property portfolios.

With solutions ranging from decarbonisation and biodiversity strategies to green finance and waste reduction, we support stakeholders in making informed, sustainable decisions that align with both commercial and environmental goals.

  • Net Zero & Decarbonisation: Developing science-based pathways to reduce emissions, improve energy efficiency, and achieve net-zero carbon portfolios.
  • Sustainable Building Design & Operations: Embedding sustainability into the design, construction, and ongoing management of buildings to enhance efficiency and occupant wellbeing.
  • ESG Strategy & Reporting: Supporting organisations in aligning with industry frameworks such as EPBD, CREEM, and CSRD to meet investor and regulatory requirements.
  • Responsible Supply Chain Management: Enhancing transparency, ethical sourcing, and circular economy principles across real estate procurement and construction.
  • Biodiversity & Nature-Positive Strategies: Integrating nature-based solutions and biodiversity net gain into property development and land use planning.
  • Sustainable Finance & Green Buildings: Advising on sustainable finance mechanisms, including green bonds, sustainability-linked loans, and the financial viability of low-carbon buildings.
  • Waste & Circular Economy Solutions: Minimising construction and operational waste through circular design principles and resource efficiency.

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Property Team

Our dedicated property sector specialists bring deep industry experience and technical expertise to support clients in meeting their sustainability goals.

Andrew Noone
Andrew Noone

Managing Director

UK

Agneta Persson
Agneta Persson

Technical Director

Sweden

Chris Paddey
Chris Paddey

Director

UK

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