BXP Earns Top ESG Ratings in 2023 GRESB Assessment
Awarded the Highest 5-Star Rating, Twelfth Consecutive “Green Star” Recognition, and an “A” Level Disclosure Score
“Taking action on sustainability is not just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing to do,” said
BXP actively works to promote its growth and operations in a sustainable and responsible manner and is a recognized leader in green building. BXP has LEED-certified approximately 34 million square feet of its current in-service portfolio, with 94% certified at the highest LEED Gold and Platinum levels. BXP has publicly announced sustainability goals, remains on track to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2025, and achieved its energy and water reduction targets in 2022.
“We’ve always been green walkers, not talkers, focused on sustainable outcomes and impact,” said
The GRESB Real Estate Assessment is the investor-driven global ESG benchmark and reporting framework for real estate. The Assessment is shaped by what investors and the industry consider to be material issues in the sustainability performance of real estate investments. The methodology is consistent across different regions, investment vehicles, and property types, and aligns with international reporting frameworks. The data is self-reported by Assessment participants and subjected to a multi-layer validation process after which it is scored and benchmarked. The result is high-quality data that investors and participants can use in their investment, engagement, and decision-making processes.
About BXP Sustainability & Impact
BXP’s commitment to environmental, social, and governance performance has been recognized by numerous industry groups and rankings. BXP was named to Newsweek’s List of America’s Most Responsible Companies in 2023, ranking first in its industry and 29th overall out of the 500 companies included on the list. BXP was recently recognized for Best ESG Program by Commercial Property Executive and was again named an ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence Award winner, as well as a Best in
About BXP
BXP (NYSE: BXP) is the largest publicly traded developer, owner, and manager of premier workplaces in
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