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    REITs Outperform Private Real Estate by More Than 2.0% in DB Plans

    CEM Benchmarking’s 2024 study also reveals allocations, returns, volatility, and risk-adjusted performance of 12 asset classes over 25-year period.

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Industry News
REITs Receive Best in Building Health Recognition from Fitwel

BXP, Hudson Pacific Properties, and Paramount Group were among the 2025 award winners.

04/11/2025
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Exercise Caution and Clarity Amid Shifting Sustainability, AI Landscapes

In a rapidly evolving regulatory environment, Stacey McEvoy of Hogan Lovells emphasizes board-level alignment, compliance reviews, and a healthy skepticism toward AI tools.

04/11/2025
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REITs and Renewable Energy: Navigating Tax Rules and Opportunities

Shane Shelley of Morrison Foerster discusses solar integration, IRS rulings, and the complexities of REIT joint ventures.

04/10/2025
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Vornado Advances Sustainability Goals with Operational Excellence

As occupancy returns, the company continues to lower energy and water use through smart operations.

04/07/2025
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REITs Included in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025

Yearbook included 32 REITs globally, including Nareit members in the U.S. and Mexico.

02/26/2025
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Equinix Leads Real Estate Companies on the JUST 100 Index

Equinix, Inc. (NASDAQ: EQIX) was recently ranked in the JUST 100 Index as the top real estate company, and 51 out of 940 companies included. Overall, 36 REITs were included in the assessment.

02/19/2025
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REIT Industry Leaders Share Sustainability Practices and Inspirations

2024 Leader in the Light Award recipients discuss industry-leading strategies being employed in their business.

02/18/2025
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Kimco Realty: A Focus on Culture, Sustainability, and Community Impact

Long-term success for the REIT is rooted in fostering an engaged workforce and contributing meaningfully to the communities it serves.

02/18/2025
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Ventas’ Sustainability Goals Enrich Living Environments for Growing Older Population

Ventas has set more aggressive water efficiency targets, among other sustainability goals.

02/18/2025
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Prologis’ Sustainability Strategy Creates Accountability, Drives Action

Logistics REIT Prologis, Inc. (NYSE: PLD) doesn’t view its sustainability efforts as a separate initiative or program, rather they are woven seamlessly into its corporate fabric.

02/18/2025
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JBG SMITH Sees Integration of Priorities as Key to Sustainability Success

Sustainability is considered a clear business driver for the mixed-use REIT.

02/18/2025
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Equity Residential Focuses on Low-Cost Efficiency Measures at Scale

The multi-family REIT highlights data driven approach to improving efficiency across 300+ property portfolio.

02/14/2025
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