Developer Solyd Reports Sustainable Buildings Offer Higher Value and Lower Costs
Portuguese real estate developer Solyd Property Developers has published a new sustainability report, asserting that choosing a property with sustainable features is a financially advantageous and more comfortable decision that holds greater potential for long-term appreciation. The report comes as consumer demand for sustainability grows, with a recent study showing 49% of Portuguese consumers have stopped using brands they deem environmentally harmful.
Solyd, which has been integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into its operations, states that investing in a property with an A or A+ energy certification is a proven method for reducing energy and water consumption, leading to more effective control over monthly household expenses. Key features such as high-efficiency solar panels, heat pumps for water heating, thermally insulated window frames, and elevators with energy recovery systems are highlighted as indicators of a building's superior energy performance and long-term sustainability.
The developer has prioritized achieving A and A+ energy ratings in its projects, aligning its residential units with the European Union's Nearly Zero-Energy Building (nZEB) criteria. This strategy ensures that a significant portion of the energy consumed in their buildings is derived from renewable sources, resulting in lower utility costs for residents and a smaller carbon footprint. This focus is especially pertinent given the EU's impending requirement for all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030, as mandated by the revised Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD).
The report argues that sustainable properties represent a safer investment with stronger appreciation potential. Growing regulatory pressures and evolving consumer preferences are making these properties more prominent in the real estate market. Solyd has observed a clear trend where buildings with better energy performance tend to sell faster due to their increased attractiveness to both investors and families. The developer enhances this value by integrating its projects near green spaces, providing solutions that promote sustainable mobility, and creating common areas designed to foster community life.
Beyond the financial aspects, the report emphasizes the critical role of in-home comfort. With family routines, including remote work and leisure, increasingly centered on the home, there is a higher demand for spaces that provide thermal stability, silence, and high air quality. The developer also links sustainability to mobility, stressing the importance of choosing locations and buildings that facilitate convenient, accessible, and low-carbon transportation. Integrating solutions that encourage active and sustainable mobility helps reduce urban emissions and enhances resident convenience.
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