In this IIL property investors lecture Anita Mitchell will talk about the importance of sustainability in regeneration projects around the world and what this means for the real estate and construction industries going forward.

Sustainability is a word that means many things to many people, but it is an increasing focus for the built environment. How to tread lightly on the planet while also assisting governments to manage increasingly scarce resources and manage social issues such as job creation and creating safer and more prosperous urban environments.

By the end of this lecture members would have gained an insight into:

• Drivers of sustainability
• Sustainability initiatives in major urban renewal projects internationally and in London
• The challenges and solutions facing the property and construction sectors

Speakers Bio:
Anita is an environmental scientist with over 20 years experience in sustainability management, she previously led the sustainability strategy of the massive Barangaroo South development in Sydney and is currently the Head of Sustainability for Lendlease Europe region.