Authors:
Jack Morrissey
Abstract: Mahlon “Sandy” Apgar IV, influential real estate strategist, thought leader, and longtime ULI member, has passed away at the age of 82. The post Remembering Mahlon “Sandy” Apgar IV appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Mon, 29 Jan 2024 18:56:58 +000
Authors:
Ron Nyren
Abstract: The following 10 projects—all completed during the past five years—encompass residential high-rises overlooking Lake Michigan, the redevelopment of New York City’s Penn Station, a senior living facility in Simi Valley, a heavy timber office building in Denver’s River North neighborhood, and a boutique hotel in downtown Los Angeles.The post UL10: Green Financing appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Mon, 29 Jan 2024 15:59:16 +000
Authors:
ULI Staff
Abstract: Unaccounted for embodied carbon in leased new build, underestimated scale of aggregate emissions from real estate, and a lack of engagement between occupiers and owners are among the barriers.The post Owner and Occupier Misalignment Hinders the Decarbonization of European Real Estate, Says ULI appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Fri, 26 Jan 2024 17:53:46 +000
Authors:
Ron Nyren
Abstract: John Porter, president of Charter Properties, and his wife, Ann, have committed to continue funding the Etkin Scholars Program in Charlotte, North Carolina, thus extending a national scholarship program that Bruce Etkin, former chairman of Etkin Johnson Real Estate Partners, established in 2021 with a $1 million gift. The Porters’ donation helps fulfill Etkin’s vision that other ULI members would be inspired to continue and expand the program.The post John and Ann Porter Commit to Supporting Etkin Scholars Program at ULI Charlotte appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Thu, 25 Jan 2024 19:36:57 +000
Authors:
Ella Fertitta
Abstract: Almost all commercial real estate firms have diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in place in their organizations, with the number of firms adopting formal strategies increasing 5 percent year-over-year, according to the third edition of the Global Real Estate DEI Survey released in January.The post Survey: 96 Percent of CRE Firms Have DEI Strategies; Increased Focus on Scholarships and Internships appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Mon, 22 Jan 2024 15:20:38 +000
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Sponsored Content
Abstract: Here’s a stark reality: Despite having more information than at any point in history about humanity’s role in climate change…The post Inspiring Environmental Stewardship: Lessons from Scientific Learning Environments appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Fri, 19 Jan 2024 20:41:06 +000
Authors:
Terry Todd
Abstract: Neglected yet historic department store remade into a vibrant destination anchored by buzzy health food grocer Erewhon.The post Pasadena Landmark Adapted to Mixed Use appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Fri, 19 Jan 2024 20:37:58 +000
Authors:
Sibley Fleming
Abstract: The economic growth and urban development of the nation's capital were in the focus of ULI Washington’s second annual Future Forum. In a panel moderated by Dr. Tracy Hadden Loh, a fellow with the Anne T. and Robert M. Bass Center for Transformative Placemaking at Brookings Metro, Richard Lake, managing partner of Roadside Development, and Tom Murphy, former mayor of Pittsburgh, addressed the myriad opportunities—and frustrations—facing greater D.C.'s commercial real estate market.The post ULI Washington’s Second Annual Future Forum: Navigating the Potential of the Region appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:39:24 +000
Authors:
Carisa Chappell
Abstract: The great divide that prevents Black developers from reaching their full potential is access to capital. They are often competing against generational wealth, expansive real estate development experience, and perception bias, making already-hard-to-secure capital even tougher.The post Access to Capital: Solutions for Black Developers to Overcome Funding Challenges appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:29:16 +000
Authors:
Nick Stoll
Abstract: 2023 was the hottest year on record, according to climate change service Copernicus. Extreme heat and climate change usher in a whole host of obstacles for the commercial real estate industry to hurdle. Finding the best information on how to approach these hurdles can prove difficult. ULI has compiled our best reports, webinars, articles, and case studies covering what you need to know about how the hottest year on record is going to the industry.The post The Hottest Year on Record: What It Means for CRE appeared first on Urban Land. PubDate: Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:48:45 +000