CONSULTING
Environmental, Social and Governance
Building a sustainable future across MENA.
Welcome to Knight Frank’s ESG world, where we bring your sustainability vision to life.
Our team of global and regional experts are dedicated to supporting you through every step of your ESG journey.
Why partner with us on your ESG goals
Our ESG consulting services in Middle East and Africa
Our core ESG services
Tailored ESG strategy services across the value chain — from net zero planning and decarbonisation to stakeholder engagement.
- ESG and sustainability strategy development
- Net zero and decarbonisation planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Onsite project management support
- Training and capacity building
We help you embed sustainability into your financial strategies — from green financing and due diligence to investor communication and IPO readiness.
- Green financing options
- ESG due diligence for transactions
- Sustainability communication strategy
- ESG readiness for IPO or refinancing
- ESG future-proofing and risk mitigation
We optimise and reduce the environmental impact of real estate through sustainable design, resource efficiency, and circular economy principles — prioritising reuse, recycling, and smart energy use.
- Sustainable workplace advisory
- Waste and circularity management
- Environmental assessments and site valuations
- Renewable energy solutions
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Water conservation solutions
We help you navigate global and local regulations to improve performance, reporting, secure certifications, and strengthen your ESG ratings.
- ESG reporting standards compliance (GRI, SASB, TCFD, SFDR, IFRS, CDP)
- Sustainable building certifications (LEED, BREEAM, WELL, Mostadam, Estidama, Fitwel, WiredScore)
- Environmental and sustainability risk assessments
- ESG data collection and reporting
ESG Consultancy: An overview
Learn more about our environmental, social and governance services in Middle East and Africa.
Our approach to ESG
- We view ESG as a strategic lever for resilience and growth, embedding sustainability into every aspect of your business.
- Our comprehensive solutions place environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance at the heart of every project phase.
- Our commitment to sustainable practices delivers functional, efficient, and future-proof spaces.
- Our commercially minded ESG solutions ensure your investments align with and deliver long-term growth and resilience.
- Each project is shaped by a tailored vision that meets high standards and anticipates global sustainability trends.
Latest publications and reports
The ESG Imperative Series
Your definitive guide to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors that shape the Middle East market trends and investment opportunities in today's highly competitive economies.
06 June 2025
ESG
Dubai: The Green Agenda 2023
The “Dubai: The Green Agenda” report is your window to the evolving landscape of global ESG investments within the UAE. This report provides valuable insights into how the UAE is navigating the challenges of population growth and sustainable development.
08 November 2023
Destination Dubai 2025: Dubai Real Estate Market Outlook for Global Investors
In our flagship annual publication, Destination Dubai 2025, we surveyed 387 global HNWI respondents across the UK, India, Saudi Arabia and East Asia (China, Hong Kong, Singapore) to understand their attitudes, appetites, and aspirations towards investing in property in Dubai.
21 May 2025
