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RICS joins Road to Zero Initiative as a coalition partner at MIPIM 2024

01 March 2024

RICS is pleased to announce its participation as a Road to Zero coalition partner at MIPIM 2024, a major international annual real estate event, set to take place in Cannes on 12-15 March, 2024. The Road to Zero initiative aims to address the pressing need for transformative change in the industry, echoing RICS’ commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

The Road to Zero stage will feature discussions led by global experts including RICS President Tina Paillet, focusing on strategies for financing the net zero transition and greater collaboration to accelerate the journey to decarbonisation. Join us to be part of this vital conversation.

On 14 March, RICS is organising a partner session at the London Stage, titled “Unpacking the building and climate agenda: the of the built environment value chain in making the Buildings Breakthrough a reality.” This session will discuss the crucial role of the built environment in achieving sustainability goals.

RICS will host various other events, including the RICS Members Reception, which will take place at Hotel Barriere Le Majestic on 12 March This yearly event welcomes 200 international members and features updates from RICS senior leadership on European news and market developments. For those interested in attending, registration is available here.

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