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INREV called for a balanced SGEI framework that grants State aid only where genuine market failure exists and ensures equal access for public and private providers while maintaining fair competition on the market.

Catella Investment Management’s Haarlem project in the Netherlands transformed an obsolete office into 162 high-performance rental apartments, achieving an A+++ energy label and cutting embodied carbon through reuse of the existing concrete structure. Heated with geothermal energy and powered by over 50% renewables, the building combines 15% social, 40% affordable and 45% non-regulated units. Residents benefit from shared amenities including a gym, lounge and laundry facilities that foster community and reduce resource use. The project demonstrates how environmental excellence and social impact can be balanced within a commercially viable investment model.

The Netto Market redevelopment in Burhave transformed an outdated store into a modern, energy-efficient retail space. Developed by Slate Asset Management in partnership with Netto, the project exceeded Germany’s Building Energy Act standards, achieving a 378% compliance rate and an airtightness score of qE50 = 0.53.

A rooftop photovoltaic system with 178 panels now supplies 95% of the building’s electricity, while noise protection measures cut levels by up to 17 dB at night. Designed to meet DGNB Gold Certification, the scheme also integrates EV charging infrastructure and low-carbon materials. The result is a future-proof retail asset that combines operational efficiency with strong ESG performance, setting a benchmark for sustainable redevelopment in the sector.

Edmond de Rothschild REIM transformed a historic canal-side office in Amsterdam’s into a premium, sustainable multi-tenant workspace. The redevelopment upgraded energy performance from EPC label G to A through insulation, high-performance glazing, efficient HVAC systems, LED lighting, and PV panels, cutting carbon emissions by 59%. Fully pre-let before completion, the repositioned building achieved 76% higher total rent and exemplifies how targeted investment in sustainability can unlock long-term asset value in heritage locations.

• Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) on open-ended Loan Originating Funds under AIFMD II deemed “non-essential”
• Interpretation and alignment issues under the ELTIF Regulation
• Luxembourg AIFMD II implementation bill closely follows the EU directive

INREV responded to the European Commission’s consultation on the European Affordable Housing Plan, advocating for a framework that mobilises institutional capital through clear, neutral, and proportionate rules designed to expand housing supply without distorting competition.