ESG & Responsible Investment

Miramar Capital | Environmental, Social and Governance Approach

OVERVIEW

Miramar Capital believes that responsible investment practices, including the integration of environmental, social and governance considerations into investment and asset management decisions, can support the identification and management of risks and opportunities that may influence investment outcomes.

Miramar seeks to reduce the negative environmental impact of its real estate assets, support healthy and responsible operating practices, and conduct business with fairness, transparency and accountability. Implementation may vary by asset, jurisdiction, operational feasibility and available resources.

GRESB participation: Miramar Capital participates in the annual GRESB Real Estate Assessment as part of its ongoing effort to evaluate and communicate ESG practices to stakeholders.

ESG GOVERNANCE & Integration

Miramar incorporates ESG and responsible investing considerations into investment and decision-making processes where applicable. ESG-related considerations may be reviewed during acquisition due diligence, asset management, capital planning, compliance review and enterprise risk management activities.

AreaCurrent Approach
Investment and Asset ManagementESG considerations are incorporated into investment and asset management decision-making processes where applicable.
Climate and Physical RiskPhysical climate risk assessments are conducted at acquisition and periodically thereafter as necessary for operational assets. Assets identified with high risk may be further evaluated and considered for property-specific mitigation planning.
Energy Compliance and Transition RiskMiramar evaluates evolving energy benchmarking, audit and tune-up, and building performance standard requirements in jurisdictions where assets are located. This may include acquisition screening and periodic portfolio review for regulatory exposure.
Enterprise Risk ManagementEnterprise risk management processes are conducted to assess business and investment risk on a regular basis.
Environmental Objectives and Actions
Miramar seeks to reduce the environmental impact of its real estate assets through energy efficiency, water conservation, waste management, climate risk review and other operational initiatives.

Energy Efficiency

  • Benchmark energy usage in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager where applicable.
  • Evaluate LED lighting replacements for interiors and exteriors.
  • Consider smart thermostats, improved insulation and moderated interior temperatures.
  • Seek to use energy-efficient or ENERGY STAR certified HVAC equipment and appliances where feasible.
  • Conduct energy, water and waste audits on underperforming assets with an ENERGY STAR score of 50 or lower, if not already audited in the past five years.

Water Conservation

  • Benchmark water usage in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager where applicable.
  • Consider faucet aerators, WaterSense low-flow showerheads and WaterSense low-flow toilets.
  • Evaluate native and drought-resistant landscaping.
  • Consider WaterSense-certified irrigation controls and efficient laundry and dishwashing equipment.

Waste Management

  • Benchmark waste handling in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager where applicable.
  • Support recycling programs for plastic, paper, cardboard, metal and glass where feasible.
  • Provide dedicated space for waste diversion where available.
  • Seek to donate replaced appliances where practical.
  • Consider durable, low-emitting flooring materials to reduce replacement frequency.

Climate Risk and Resilience

  • Conduct physical climate risk assessments at acquisition and periodically thereafter, as appropriate.
  • Evaluate property conditions for assets identified as having high physical climate risk.
  • Develop property-specific mitigation plans where appropriate.

Transition Risk and Net Zero Considerations

Miramar periodically evaluates climate-related transition risks that may impact investment performance, operational costs, tenant demand, asset valuation, financing conditions and regulatory compliance obligations. These risks may include evolving building performance standards, energy benchmarking requirements, utility cost increases, carbon reduction regulations, market preference shifts toward sustainable buildings and potential costs associated with future decarbonization initiatives.

To support informed decision-making and continuous improvement, Miramar is committed to enhancing the quality and completeness of its environmental performance data. As a near-term objective, the firm aims to increase portfolio energy data coverage, as defined by GRESB, from 33% in 2025 to 50% by 2028, where practical, through enhanced utility data collection and engagement with property managers, tenants and utility providers.

Miramar is considering the implementation of net zero standards within its operations over the next twenty-five years. Its medium-term strategy includes evaluating its current carbon footprint, reducing energy consumption through efficiency improvements, considering renewable energy sources, investing in technology and innovation that supports carbon reduction, and considering credible carbon offset programs for remaining emissions.

TimeframeIndicative Approach
Short-term, 1–5 yearsConduct a comprehensive carbon audit, improve portfolio energy data coverage, and begin planning for energy efficiency upgrades.
Medium-term, 6–10 yearsConsider the feasibility of shifting to renewable energy sources and explore partnerships for technology development.
Long-term, 11–25 yearsImplement a feasible plan in conjunction with current global standards and available resources.
social responsibility

Miramar seeks to maintain a positive, inclusive and rewarding work environment for employees and to promote health, wellbeing and safety for stakeholders including employees, investors, residents, tenants, partners, contractors and local communities.

  • Maintain safe and healthy working and living environments.
  • Support fair housing, labor, human rights, inclusion and diversity principles.
  • Encourage employee wellbeing, development and engagement.
  • Support philanthropic and community service initiatives where appropriate.
  • Provide virtual meeting opportunities for investors where practical to reduce unnecessary travel.
  • Issue resident or tenant satisfaction surveys where possible and develop improvement plans where results are below target.
governance and business ethics

Miramar seeks to operate with fairness and transparency, guided by its Code of Ethics, fiduciary duties, compliance obligations and responsible investment practices.

  • Adhere to applicable laws and regulations in jurisdictions where Miramar entities conduct business.
  • Manage conflicts of interest consistent with business ethics and compliance practices.
  • Conduct anti-money laundering and “Know Your Customer” checks as required.
  • Maintain secure information technology and management systems.
  • Consider ESG and responsible investing practices throughout investment and decision-making processes.
  • Conduct enterprise risk management processes to assess business and investment risk.
annual esg reporting

Miramar intends to track ESG progress annually and report on achievements and challenges. This webpage serves as a public summary of Miramar’s ESG approach, while the ESG Policy provides additional detail on the firm’s responsible investment practices.

2024–2025 ESG Areas of Focus
  • Continue participating in the annual GRESB Real Estate Assessment.
  • Continue benchmarking energy, water and waste data in ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager where applicable.
  • Review energy, water and waste audit opportunities for underperforming assets.
  • Continue evaluating physical climate risk at acquisition and periodically for operational assets as appropriate.
  • Review evolving energy benchmarking, audit and tune-up, and building performance standard requirements in applicable jurisdictions.
  • Continue evaluating feasible energy efficiency, water conservation and waste reduction initiatives at the asset level.

Representative ESG Metrics for Future Disclosure

As data availability improves, Miramar may consider reporting additional portfolio-level metrics, such as properties benchmarked, audits completed, energy or water conservation projects implemented, tenant or resident survey activity, and climate risk assessments completed.

For additional information about Miramar Capital’s ESG policy or responsible investment practices, please contact: Peter Eichler