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Our Commitment to

ENVIRONMENTAL,
SOCIAL, AND
GOVERNANCE

EPH European Property Holdings PLC specialises in premium quality real estate. As a property company, we recognise our responsibilities to our employees, the environment, and society as a whole. Our primary objective is to preserve the long-term value of our property portfolio, while at the same time fulfilling our duty to protect the environment and improve the general well-being of people. While sustainability criteria have long been a factor in assessing the quality of EPH’s property portfolio, EPH further strengthened its commitment to sustainability by undertaking an assessment of sustainability practices across the entire Group, with a particular focus on our property portfolio. 

EPH carried out an initial assessment in 2022 and draftet a strategy to internalise the values and integrate sustainability into the Company’s business practices, particularly within its core business of acquiring and leasing high-quality real estate. The strategy is based on three key pillars: Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG). For each pillar, EPH has set long-term goals and targets to measure the progress and increase transparency.

Missions and principles

EPH’s main objective is to invest in high-profile commercial real estate, with a focus on long-term stability and income generation. This predominantly includes existing properties with green building certificates in Europe that provide capital appreciation and dividend income. 

Our business activities are guided by the following seven key principles which address environmental, social and economic concerns:

7

principles for
sustainable
action

  • 1 We integrate economic, environmental, and social considerations to ensure the sustainable management of our properties.

  • 2 We are committed to implementing a comprehensive strategy to safeguard the environment, enhance energy efficiency, and minimise our carbon footprint.

  • 3 We pursue certifications such as DGNB, LEED or BREEAM to ensure buildings meet rigorous sustainability standards and promote marketability.

  • 4 We focus on long-term value growth, capital preservation, and stable returns, all 4 while carefully considering the impact of our business activities on people and the environment.

  • 5 We conduct regular assessments of our properties to evaluate our sustainability performance.

  • 6 We adhere to the principles of value-driven, sustainable corporate management supported by a corporate governance culture.

  • 7 Transparent and responsible corporate governance is paramount in strengthening the trust of our tenants, investors, and stakeholders and creating long-term value.