The building sector is at the heart of numerous shifts: energy, carbon, ecological, digital, social and societal. As an investor, developer and manager, Covivio operates throughout the real estate life cycle in order to offer ever greener, more efficient buildings capable of meeting the climate challenge.
the CSR performance of the building in order to buy a building that is performing well or has the potential to be upgraded
buildings to the best possible standards and to optimise their CSR performance
the CSR performance of buildings in operation and certify assets
the control of operating costs, rental value and experience value of the building in order to improve its CSR performance
CSR performance with customers and potential buyers
Eco-construction is a responsible building practice that seeks to reduce the adverse impact of construction on the environment. Eco-construction aims to incorporate materials that respect the planet, maximise energy efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions. It provides a direct response to the climate emergency by creating healthy and sustainable living spaces and promoting a balance between the environment, the economy and social well-being.
In 2017/2018, Covivio verified the compatibility of its European 2030 carbon trajectory with that of the Paris Agreement of December 2015.
Produced with the CSTB (French Scientific and Technical Centre for Building) and underpinned by a strong scientific foundation, this trajectory covers Covivio’s various products in Europe (offices, hotels and residential) and was validated by the SBT (Science-Based Targets) initiative in 2018.
In 2021 and ahead of its targets, Covivio stepped up its carbon ambitions to align with a 1.5°C trajectory and aim for a “Net Zero Carbon” contribution (Scopes 1 and 2) and a well-below 2°C trajectory (Scope 3 including construction/renovation).
These objectives lead to a target reduction of -40% between 2010 and 2030 in intensity per m² owned by Covivio in Europe.
The circular economy is one of the pillars of Covivio’s Nature Strategy, alongside biodiversity and low-carbon development. Reducing the consumption of primary resources also means reducing the impact of construction on natural ecosystems.
Our targets for 2030:
Example: At the Holiday Inn in Le Touquet, more than 2,500 items (38 tonnes) were reused thanks to a partnership with Smartback.
To ensure high standards of energy efficiency, carbon footprint, well-being, connectivity and biodiversity, Covivio relies on recognised labels and certifications, which are incorporated from the project development phase right through to their operation.
These labels serve as performance benchmarks that enable the Group to objectively assess and measure its commitments across its entire portfolio.
For details of the labels and certifications deployed by theme, see the Standards and Certifications page – Covivio
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At the end of 2024, Covivio published its 1st Nature Report.
This report combines climate and biodiversity, and marks a new stage in Covivio’s CSR strategy.
Covivio's CSR policy, fuelled by a concrete innovation approach and covering all its activities and countries with the same ambition, aims to be transparent and measurable in order to generate a positive impact in the short, medium and long term.
Designed to be as flexible as they are scalable, the buildings designed by Covivio provide their occupants with optimum connectivity and a tailor-made range of services, for a seamless digital experience.
The European Green Taxonomy is a system for classifying economic activities that have a favourable impact on the environment. Its objective: to direct investment towards “green” activities.
