Q3 2022 PitchBook Analyst Note: ESG and Impact Investing in Private Market Real Estate

A guide to ESG and Impact investing in real estate

Real estate touches every aspect of our lives—from our homes and offices to the land our food is grown on—yet many investors still have questions about how ESG and Impact investing fit into this complex asset class.

Our latest analyst note aims to demystify the sustainable investing landscape by exploring ESG-related risks and sustainable investing opportunities presented in private market real estate investments, across strategies and property sectors. Our analyst breaks down the sector’s opaque terminology and provides concrete examples of risk and opportunity areas, including climate change adaptation, supply chain management, and green buildings.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1
terminology 2
ESG in real estate 3
Impact investing in real estate 12