We understand the benefits of various green features. We believe high indoor air quality has a direct positive correlation to the health and productivity of an office occupant's knowledge worker and to the health and happiness of a resident. We know a green roof insulates the building from hot summer rays, reduces storm water runoff and the necessary infrastructure needed for a site, and provides a wonderful tenant amenity when designed properly. With energy prices in constant flux, a reduction of peak use energy has significant financial benefits that flow directly to the bottom line resulting in a better risk-adjusted investment.

We also know that many sources of equity capital do not necessarily consider these benefits or place the appropriate valuation on "green" design features. Evolution Partners does.

Green design has financial advantages. Investment returns benefit from reduced operational costs due to energy and operational savings, reduced permitting time, and less site infrastructure. There is greater potential to enhance revenue by achieving top of market rents over a longer period of time, faster lease-up rates, better marketing and public relations positioning, and greater tenant retention which reduces future TI investments. These are but some of the advantages that astute investors pay attention to.

If you would like to join our program to invest in green buildings please contact Evolution Partners to learn more about our various initiatives.