Responsibility
Exemplary ESG credentials are now a must-have for most institutional investors.
Bluecastle Capital’s goal is to create value that transcends financial returns—enhancing community well-being, safeguarding the environment, and upholding exemplary governance practices.
Bluecastle's Approach to ESG
Bluecastle Capital is committed to embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into every aspect of our investment process.
Bluecastle’s enduring commitment is rooted in community and sustainability. With a focus on the long term, we prioritise resident well-being through innovative and environmentally conscious design. Our approach fosters positive outcomes for residents, communities, and the environment.
Environmental
We are committed to responsible carbon management, enhancing resource efficiency, and minimising climate risks.
Social
Our social objectives focus on creating vibrant, inclusive communities through health, well-being, and social value initiatives.
Governance
We implement robust governance structures with board-level ESG oversight.
Our governance ensures transparency, stakeholder engagement, and risk management.
Responsible Investment and Transparency
We will adopt responsible investment, management, and development practices aligned with international standards.
We will benchmark to verify the robustness and promote the credibility of Bluecastle Capital’s approach to ESG.
We will institute a comprehensive ESG due diligence process for all new investments and continuously engage with stakeholders to foster transparency and accountability and comply with national and international reporting requirements.
Positive Social Impacts
We will prioritise positive social value, health, and wellbeing impacts resulting from the design, construction, and operations of our assets to both occupants and local communities.
To monitor this, we will leverage Social Value Return on Investment (SROI) calculations aligned to best practice principles which will allow us to determine a target SROI ratio for the portfolio.
Positive Environmental Impacts
We are dedicated to delivering high-quality, sustainable homes that meet the highest standards of environmental performance.
Our aim is to consistently exceed industry expectations, enhance the living experience for residents, and contribute to the broader goals of sustainability and resilience within the real estate sector.
Climate Change Mitigation
We aim to play a pivotal role in the transition to a low-carbon economy, contributing to the global effort to combat climate change and ensuring that our projects are both environmentally responsible and future-proofed for the challenges ahead.
We will adopt energy-efficient designs and operations, renewable energy solutions, and sustainable construction practices to minimize embodied and operational carbon emissions throughout the lifecycle of our buildings.
Our ESG Policy Framework
Bluecastle Capital has developed an ESG Policy Framework that will align us with a series of best practice standards and ensure we deliver on our ESG Vision.
This Policy Framework includes ESG Design & Construction Standards and ESG Property Management Standards, focusing on sustainable building practices and tenant well-being through efficient resource management and community engagement.
Our ESG Process
Bluecastle Capital integrates ESG principles at every stage of the property development lifecycle to ensure sustainable and responsible investment.
During Site Origination, ESG Due Diligence Standards are applied to assess environmental and social risks before acquisition. In Design & Planning and Construction, ESG Design & Construction Standards are enforced, ensuring sustainable building practices, social value creation, and low environmental impact.
Once properties enter the Operation phase, Bluecastle Capital upholds ESG Property Management Standards, focusing on long-term sustainability, tenant well-being, and resource efficiency. This comprehensive approach ensures that each development aligns with ESG best practices, creating value for investors, communities, and the environment.
