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25/09/2026

On Sustainability Day in Portugal, we’re reflecting on how our approach to sustainable development has evolved.

Since last year, we have been guiding Net Zero Roadmaps into new projects from inception embedding decarbonization thinking into the earliest phases of schematic design, rather than retrofitting sustainability after the fact.

This year, we took that commitment further: advising on Green Capex allocation for decarbonization pathways in existing projects. This means integrating sustainability strategy, green financial planning, and ESG compliance into a single, coherent framework — rather than treating them as separate workstreams.

The result is measurable: projects that are efficient by design from the schematic stage onward, meeting both sustainability targets and regulatory compliance requirements simultaneously.

We achieve this by structuring differentiated financial strategies throughout each project’s development — aligning capital allocation with decarbonization outcomes at every stage, not just at the point of investment.

Sustainability isn’t a checkpoint. It’s a framework we build from day one.

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13/07/2026

What have you always wanted to know about sustainable buildings?

At Greenlab, we spend our days helping clients navigate sustainability in the built environment. Along the way, we’ve realised that many of the same questions keep coming up - whether from developers, architects, investors or simply people curious about how buildings can perform better.

So, this summer, we’re turning the spotlight over to you: What would you like to know about sustainable buildings?

No question is too simple or too technical. Whether it’s about certifications, embodied carbon, biodiversity, energy performance, ESG, circularity or the future of real estate, we’d love to hear it. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be answering your questions through a series of short posts, sharing practical insights drawn from our team’s experience.

Leave your question in the comments, and we’ll do our best to answer as many as possible. 🤝

08/07/2026

One Number That Matters | 01

37%. At first glance, it’s just another statistic. But behind this number lies one of the biggest opportunities in the fight against climate change. Today, buildings account for approximately 37% of global energy - and process-related CO₂ emissions. From the materials we choose to the way buildings are designed, constructed and operated, the built environment has a profound impact on our planet.

The good news? This also means our industry has enormous potential to drive positive change. Every design decision, every renovation strategy, every material selection and every performance improvement can contribute to reducing emissions and creating buildings that are more resilient, efficient and future-ready.

Sustainability is no longer an added value: it’s becoming the foundation of better buildings. This summer, we’re launching One Number That Matters, a new Greenlab series exploring the data behind the future of the built environment. Because sometimes, one number is all it takes to start a much bigger conversation.

Source: Programa da ONU para o Meio Ambiente & Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC), Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction 2024.

29/05/2026

The future is built with energy: not only the energy we consume, but the energy we choose to create.

On this World Energy Day, we celebrate the connection between sustainable buildings and the positive energy we create for people, communities, and the planet.

Smarter buildings. Better environments. Positive impact. ⚡

24/04/2026

Today at , Greenlab hosted the session “The turning point of the Portuguese real estate market: from reporting to execution.”

The keynote by Duque brought key insights from “Silent Capital, Loud Consequences”, setting the stage for a dynamic discussion moderated by , with João Tomaz, Abel Mascarenhas and Catarina Andrade.

A big thank you to and to all participants for the insightful exchange.

16/03/2026

Greenlab joined ’s Sustainability Week, an initiative bringing together more than 400 professionals to strengthen ESG knowledge across the bank and its partner ecosystem.

Representing Greenlab, Isabel Santos shared a simple but important message with novobanco’s client managers: you are in the right place to drive the transition.

Banks are a key channel between sustainable finance and companies. When clients are well advised, sustainability doesn’t have to start with large investments. Even smaller steps can create value and accelerate change.

Thank you to novobanco for the invitation and for fostering this important conversation.

14/03/2026

MIPIM, it’s a wrap. 👊🏼

A few intense and inspiring days in Cannes, surrounded by the global real estate community and the conversations shaping the future of our cities.

Throughout the week, we had the opportunity to reconnect with long-standing partners, meet new collaborators and exchange perspectives with professionals from across the industry - from investment and development to technology and sustainability. These moments of dialogue are exactly what make gatherings like MIPIM so valuable.

A special thank you to everyone who took the time to meet, share ideas and explore potential collaborations with . The relationships and conversations started here will certainly continue beyond Cannes.

And of course, a big thank you to our team on the ground - , and - for representing Greenlab with energy, curiosity and ambition throughout the week.

Cannes, thank you for the conversations, the inspiration and the connections.
Looking forward to continuing the journey and to returning next year. ⚡️

06/03/2026

Wrapping up the week, a few reflections from SRU Semana da Reabilitação Urbana.

Over the past days, the event brought together public authorities, developers, investors, industry and experts to discuss one of the defining challenges for our cities: how to regenerate the built environment while addressing the housing shortage and accelerating the transition to more sustainable buildings.

Urban rehabilitation is evolving towards a more digital, industrialised and sustainable model, reflecting the broader transformation of the construction and real estate sectors. At the same time, the housing challenge remains central.

Portugal’s built environment also highlights the urgency of this challenge: around 1.5 million buildings are over 50 years old, reinforcing the importance of rehabilitation and modernization of the existing building stock. 🚧

At Greenlab, we were very pleased to be part of these conversations and to exchange perspectives with so many stakeholders shaping the future of our cities.

📍 Swipe through some moments from the event.

11/02/2026

Sustainability is not only about new developments, but also about improving the performance of existing buildings.

The Santa Marta Building, developed by , has successfully achieved the BREEAM In-Use - Asset Performance certification, with a Very Good rating and a score of 60%.

This milestone highlights the value of assessing, managing, and continuously improving operational performance, supporting more efficient, resilient, and future-ready assets throughout their lifecycle.

At Greenlab, we support clients in translating sustainability goals into measurable results, helping existing buildings evolve in line with best-practice environmental standards.

Thank you to for the trust and collaboration throughout this process.

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11/02/2026

January was a month of sharing and alignment across the entire team, including our LATAM team.

One of these moments was a karaoke session filled with great energy, fun, and cultural exchange, where we reinforced the importance of diversity and the human connections that make Greenlab a stronger and richer team.

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