As previously advertised (here), we are working with our friends at the LMA and the Better Buildings Partnership to ensure that the BBP’s recently updated Acquisitions Sustainability Toolkit is as useful as possible for lenders. We are especially conscious that further simplifying and reducing may be appropriate, for example to focus on physical climate risk, EPC ratings, sustainability certifications and energy intensity metrics. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce friction in the market by promoting greater consistency of approach among lenders.
Following a useful meeting in June, we plan to gather specific user feedback over the coming months, with an interim meeting in September and a further meeting early in the New Year. If you are not already involved but would like to be, please drop Peter a line.