We are committed to understanding and improving our impact on the environment, both physical and social, and strives to incorporate governance practices that facilitate transparency and disclosure with investors. Our current implementation of ESG initiatives are outlined below:

Environmental

We utilise technology solutions to future-proof buildings and accelerate their journey towards net-zero carbon emissions.  Examples on our existing portfolio include:

  • All electric buildings
  • Air source heat pumps
  • Green energy tariff supplies
  • Heat network integration
  • BREEAM Excellent/Outstanding accreditation
  • International WELL Platinum Accreditation
  • AirRated Accreditation
  • Cycling Score Platinum

Social

We aim to have a positive impact on local communities and demonstrate defined community benefit of our investments.  Examples on our existing portfolio include:

  • Affordable housing contributions in excess of £20 million
  • Art and cultural contributions in excess of £2 million
  • Local Community Infrastructure Levy contribution in excess of £13 million

We seek diversity, equity and inclusion.  Examples include:

  • Pathways to Property donor
  • CREW mentors
  • Ladies in Real Estate founder sits on MGT’s board
  • Urban Land Institute’s UrbanPlan participant

Governance

MGT is a UN Principles of Responsible (UNPRI) signatory.  We seek to develop a robust governance framework facilitating transparency by:

  • Incorporating ESG issues into investment analysis and decision-making processes
  • Incorporating ESG issues into ownership policies and practices
  • Seeking appropriate disclosure on ESG issues by the entities in which we invest
  • Promoting acceptance and implementation of the UNPIR principles within the investment industry
  • Working together to enhance our effectiveness in implementing the UNPRI principles
  • Reporting on our activities and progress towards implementing the UNPRI principles