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Joint publication for business valuers on ESG information requests

This publication is a response to the growing demand for business valuation professionals to consider ESG-related risks and opportunities that can significantly impact a company’s value.

Growing data centre sector looks to keep carbon emissions down

Which approaches are proving most effective in decarbonising data centres globally? A recent webinar assembled a panel of experts to discuss how the sector is looking to reduce energy consumption and emissions.

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Fire safety

Read the latest guidance and developments from RICS in the area of fire safety.

Building Safety Act Frequently Asked Questions

On 5th July 2021, the Building Safety Bill was introduced to Parliament. Here we answer Frequently Asked Questions.

New Regional Board Chairs Announced for UK&I in 2025

We are pleased to announce the appointment of four new Regional Advisory Board Chairs across the UK and Ireland, who will take up their roles throughout 2025.

How mediation supports dispute resolution in the Middle East

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is home to some of the world’s most ambitious construction projects. However, with scale comes complexity and, as such, a rise in disputes.

RICS appoints leading professional qualifications expert to lead entry and assessment transformation

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has appointed Sarah Hutchinson as Chair of the newly established Entry and Assessment Review Design, Implementation and Oversight Group.

RICS Seeks Member Views on Updated Cladding Valuation Standard

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), will launch an online consultation on Monday 14 July, on the second edition of its valuation standard for ‘Secured lending valuation of properties in multi-storey, multi-occupancy residential buildings with cladding’.

RICS UK VPS 3 - regulated purpose valuation survey – summary of responses

RICS is undertaking this survey to understand how the UK VPS 3 valuation standards (including rotation policy) are impacting stakeholders and to provide insight into our future direction.

Development Taxes and Levies: TCPA - Cambridge University, Discussion Paper Launch at RICS

Development Taxes and Levies: TCPA - Cambridge University, Discussion Paper Launch at RICS

English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - supporting the built environment

RICS welcomes the announcement of the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill - much of which looks set to enable local communities to make key decisions which could unleash economic growth potential across the country.

Exploring new professional pathways for RICS membership

As industries evolve and new specialisms emerge, RICS is committed to staying ahead of the curve. We're launching a pilot programme to explore the potential for three new professional pathways that could expand the profession’s reach and better serve the changing needs of markets and employers.

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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.

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.

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.

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?

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).

RICS reaction to the Scottish Budget 2024-2025

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

Supporting Defra through carbon measurement

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

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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