Growthpoint focuses on more environmentally friendly offices
Growthpoint Properties has launched a portfolio of environmentally friendly office buildings. To be included in the Thrive Portfolio, the buildings need to be highly rated by both the South African Property Owners Association (Sapoa) and the Green Building Council SA (GBCSA). It includes 71 properties spanning more than 850,000m² valued at R16.1bn, representing almost half of Growthpoint’s total office portfolio. "Sustainability has become paramount and office spaces are being recognised as the ideal locations for implementing sustainable solutions, largely due to the amount of time spent in these buildings," Growthpoint office division director Rudolf Pienaar said. "Many clients who occupy our buildings are environmentally conscious, and constantly looking for the next innovation to help lessen their carbon footprints, while prioritising the health and wellbeing of their people. Our new Thrive Portfolio is an excellent answer for the needs of leading, innovative businesses." Buildi...
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