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Is green investing dead? Our answer: Far from it. In a recent interview with City AM, Paul Stepan, our Head of Sustainability Consulting for UK and EMEA, shares why the narrative around sustainability in financial services is evolving – not disappearing. While headlines focus on withdrawn commitments and fund outflows, Paul reveals what's really happening behind the scenes: financial services firms are moving from frameworks to action, integrating sustainability into core business practices and driving tangible value creation. Key insights from the conversation: ✅ 84% of leases in London now include green lease clauses – a transformation driven by integrated sustainability strategies ✅ Major institutions maintain substantial commitments ✅ Real estate funds see decarbonisation as a value-add opportunity, not a compliance burden ✅ 40% of financial services heads cite energy costs as a critical factor in site selection The shift isn't about abandoning sustainability – it's about embedding it into risk management, portfolio strategy, and long-term value creation. Watch the full interview to hear Paul's perspective on what's driving real change in sustainable finance: https://co.jll/4uzimdj #Sustainability #FinancialServices #ESG #RealEstate #NetZero #SustainableFinance