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    Lord Michael Bichard has published his independent Bichard RICS Review which was commissioned by the RICS Governing Council to review the Institution.

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    Data centres: can innovations reduce the environmental impacts of this asset class?

    As the demand for data centres grows, how can their environmental impacts be mitigated? In the second of this two-part series, Tarrant Parsons, RICS head of market analytics, examines the innovations that could help reduce the carbon and water intensity of this real estate sector.

    Cladding External Wall System (EWS) FAQs

    Frequently asked questions relating to Cladding External Wall Systems (EWS) in relation to fire safety.

    ‘Adopting a global perspective is necessary in the new millennium’: Meet Allan Soo MRICS

    Backed by over 40 years of experience in the commercial and residential sectors of the real estate industry, Allan Soo MRICS has worked across several major regions.

    RICS commissioned by Dutch Ministry to create Valuation Guide for Area Development

    RICS was commissioned by the Dutch Ministry of the Interior to produce a Practical Guide on Valuation for Area Development.

    Parliamentary Briefing: Developing the foundations of the built environment through schools

    We spend most of our lives in the built and natural environment. How it is shaped affects us all. RICS has a renewed vision focusing on sustainability resilience and inclusivity.

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    Data centres: impacts of the rapid rise of this asset class

    Is this asset class set to outperform all others over the next decade? In the first of this two-part series, Tarrant Parsons, RICS head of market analytics, examines the rise of data centres and considers if growth can continue at such a pace given intensive energy requirements.

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    Uncertainty yet to dampen property market demand for higher quality, sustainable offices

    RICS UK Commercial Property Monitor Q4 2024

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    RICS Sustainability Report 2024: a year of progress?

    Following the publication of the RICS Sustainability Report 2024, a recent webinar featured a panel of experts discussing how much progress is being made towards sustainability goals.

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    Advocating for our profession on a global stage as a strategic partner of MIPIM 2025

    This March, RICS will champion the interests of its members, the profession and the public as a strategic partner of MIPIM 2025.

    Digital Transformation in Construction

    In this video discussion, Aaliyah Pollock moderates a panel featuring Pavlina Nikolova from Egnyte, Jalpesh Patel from Bluebeam, and Bartosz Zamara from Trebbi Poland.

    How are cities accelerating progress towards a sustainable future?

    In a compelling webinar held in collaboration with Arcadis, industry leaders across Europe explored how cities can balance people, planet, profit and progress to further urban sustainability.

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    Spotlight on Walsall

    Recently our Black Country Local Member Group hosted an insight event on Walsall Council's £1.5Bn regeneration and investment programme.

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    Bridging Global and Local: The Growing Influence of RICS Qualifications in Japan’s Real Estate

    This article explores the impact and relevance of RICS qualifications in the Japanese real estate market, comparing it with local credentials and highlighting its role in addressing emerging market trends.

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    China Commercial Enterprise Space Low Carbon Property Survey Questionnaire

    As the global professional body in the built environment, RICS plays a pivotal role in collaborating with diverse industry stakeholders and universities in each local market.

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    Client perspective: what makes a good project manager?

    As an experience client, Ann Allen MBE FRICS, reflects on what qualities and skills make a good project manager

    How closing the infrastructure gap for Indigenous Communities is key to achieving Canada's ESG goals

    BTY Group is a leading quantity surveying, project management and construction advisory consultancy established in 1978. The firm is a longstanding member of RICS with a diverse staff of more than 160 professionals, including chartered surveyors, project managers and engineers.

    RICS Property Investment Forum 2024

    The RICS Property Investment Forum was set up in response to the global financial crisis (GFC) and convenes up to four times a year.

    The future of real estate valuations: The impact of ESG

    How can we truly embed ESG requirements into real estate valuations? Written by experts from the RICS Europe Leaders’ Forum, this paper and its accompanying data list examine the current legislative situation and market drivers around ESG and valuation in Europe.

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    Building a sustainable future: the incredible potential of self-healing concrete

    Concrete plays a crucial role in the building structures that shape our modern world, but its inherent susceptibility to cracking and deterioration over time raises questions about long-term durability. Can self-healing concrete revolutionise the way we protect and maintain our structures?

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    RICS responds to Michael Gove’s speech on the National Planning Policy Framework

    In a speech in Central London yesterday, Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities announced plans to ‘supercharge’ development across the UK as part of the recently unveiled National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

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    RICS reaction to the Scottish Budget 2024-2025

    On Tuesday, the Scottish Government published its draft budget for 2024-2025.

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    Supporting Defra through carbon measurement

    DEFRA launched its Timber in Construction roadmap, with RICS as a member of the working group.

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    Cushman & Wakefield reduce carbon production through re-purposing and recycling

    At Cushman & Wakefield, we prioritise the need to protect and promote sustainable value. Our sustainability strategy commits to tangible sustainability goals.

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