Intelligent Investment Strengthening Value Through ESG | Survey of Global Property Professionals Green building certification is cited as a top factor that could positively impact a real estate transaction. This is especially FIGURE 10: How would the presence or absence of green building certification change your organization’s true in Europe and Asia-Pacific, where green certification is real estate decisions? also required for regulatory purposes. In the U.S. these certifications result in buildings commanding office rent Percent of Responses premiums. After controlling for age, size, renovation and 50% location, LEED-certified buildings generally earn a 3.7% rent premium over their non-LEED-certified peers. In Europe 45% , the premium is 5.5% for office buildings with sustainability 40% certifications. 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% If present, we’d consider paying a premium If absent, we’d seek a discount If absent, we’d exit from or reject the building All Investor Occupier