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UK and other countries sign international pledge to cut carbon emissions from buildings

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The inaugural Buildings and Climate Global Forum, organised by the French Government and the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) concluded last week. Representatives from 70 countries adopted the Declaration de Chaillot , a foundational document for international cooperation.

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Unlocking the HR Secrets of Hybrid Work

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Deblauwe attributes this to the flexibility that remote work offers, allowing employees to tailor their work environments to their needs. Furthermore, Paulo adds that these benefits correlate to cost savings and improved organizational performance, providing a multi-layered advantage for companies. Still, challenges are present.

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Sustainability and skills at heart of RICS’ new manifesto for the built environment

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The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is launching its manifesto for the built environment in the lead-up to the next UK General Election, titled Empowering a Sustainable Future. The UK’s built and natural environments face large-scale challenges ranging from climate change to a cost-of-living crisis.

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Unveiling the Hidden Potentials of Remote Work Productivity

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Companies offering remote work options can also save on cost-of-living expenses by hiring talent in more affordable regions, both domestically and internationally. Forward-thinking business leaders should seriously contemplate integrating remote work policies into their organizations. By spring 2022, this figure rose to 9%.

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Do Pay Transparency Laws Actually Matter?

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Policy goals Pay transparency laws are regulations that require employers to disclose information about employee compensation, either to the employees themselves or to the public. This can lead to lower turnover rates and reduced hiring and training costs for organizations. According to SHRM , 74% of U.S.

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Demand for sustainable buildings and tight regulations drive business case for investment

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The current economic environment is creating challenges for investors and occupiers to make the case for investing in retrofitting and futureproofing their real estate. Policies from 16 global cities covering carbon, energy, buildings circularity, biodiversity and resilience show a wide spectrum of commitment and action.

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How You Can Promote Social Responsibility in the Workplace

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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) refers to an organization’s obligations to improve the community, the environment, and promote equity and justice. Let’s look at some simple, high impact and cost effective ways to enhance your social responsibility at work. What is corporate social responsibility and how does it differ from ESG?

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