

Sustainability and responsible action are firmly anchored in the corporate philosophy of GARBE. As one of the leading companies in the German real estate industry, we understand the significance of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors as key drivers of forward-looking development.
Accordingly, we have fully dedicated ourselves to sustainability topics for more than ten years now, actively helping to shape a responsible future. Our motto “Responsible by Choice” not only sets the framework for our ESG strategy in this context, but also underlines our ambition to act with awareness and foresight.
Acting in an ecologically sustainable way
We take responsibility for the environment and climate – in our daily actions as well as in our real estate portfolios.
Our goal: to think ecologically, build sustainably, and act transparently.
Our focus areas:
Living up to our social responsibility – as a company and employer
People are at the heart of everything we do – whether as users of our properties or as members of our team. We take responsibility for society and the communities we are part of.
Our focus areas:
Responsible Corporate Governance
Sustainability is deeply embedded in our corporate values – in our daily interactions as well as in our collaboration with business partners.
Our focus areas:
Responsible leadership:
Our ESG-aligned values guide our actions toward employees, the environment, and society.
A sustainable work environment:
We provide modern, family-friendly workplaces and encourage social engagement – for example, through paid volunteer days.
Partnerships with principles:
Through clear ESG criteria, partner screenings, and exclusion policies, we ensure that our collaborations are values-based and future-proof.
27 properties equipped with digital measuring devices (smart meters).
78 green leases signed for over 40 properties.
3 funds participating in GRESB assessments.
40 DGNB Gold green label ratings. DGNB Gold certification now our property development standard.
> 300.000 sqm
of roof surfaces hosting photovoltaic (PV) systems.
Power purchase agreements (PPA) effective as of 1 January 2025.
Catalogue of ESG measures as guidance for asset, property and portfolio management.
Sustainability is a key component of our strategy. But how exactly are we implementing ESG aspects in our products? Let us show you in what ways our real estate and fund vehicles reflect our ESG principles.
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