Dariusz Pawlukowicz, Vice-President of the Management Board of Vantage Development S.A.
Vantage Rent, a rental apartment brand owned by Vantage Development, strives to improve the quality of life of its tenants without forgetting about the environment. Its mission is based on creating modern, functional buildings that meet the needs of large city residents, while implementing innovative, low-emission technologies.

The company consistently implements its ESG Strategy for 2024–2028, based on three main pillars: environment, society and corporate governance. An integral part of these activities is the Green Standard – a comprehensive set of design and implementation guidelines aimed at reducing environmental impact, protecting biodiversity, managing resources efficiently and improving the quality of life of tenants.

The standard is audited and updated annually, allowing it to be adapted to rapidly changing environmental and social conditions. It is based on four key pillars: implementing low-carbon solutions, including those supporting electromobility and micromobility; protecting biodiversity; rational water management and supporting small-scale water retention, as well as promoting the Human Balance Standard and the 15-minute city concept. Importantly, all investments completed by Vantage in 2024 fully comply with the Green Standard requirements.
As part of the adopted ESG Strategy, green roofs and electric car charging stations are being implemented in Vantage Rent buildings. An important part of the brand’s activities is also caring for the well-being of its tenants and, consequently, promoting a healthy lifestyle among them. Through the pioneering Vantage Club programme, free bicycle inspections are organised, and this spring, the first private gym was launched as part of the Vantage Active zone, available free of charge to tenants.

By creating the Vantage Rent brand, we are raising standards in the PRS market, creating spaces that combine tenant comfort with responsibility towards the environment and society. Our customers, mainly young, climate-conscious tenants, appreciate pro-environmental initiatives, especially those that directly translate into their everyday comfort and savings.

A prime example of our implementation of environmentally friendly solutions is the Braniborska 58 investment in Wrocław, which was completed last year. We have installed a photovoltaic system on the roof, which allows the use of renewable energy sources. The flats are also equipped with a Smart Home system (intelligent thermostats, light switches, flood sensors), which optimises energy consumption and increases the comfort and safety of our tenants. During the holiday season, when residents go on vacation and, for example, forget to turn off the lights, they can do so remotely using an app. This gives them real control over energy consumption in their apartment.

Piotr Jakubowski, Project Director, BPI Real Estate Poland
Our goal is to implement increasingly sustainable investments that are created with the comfort of current users and future generations in mind. Our clients are people who are familiar with current trends, closely watching how the Polish market is adapting to European standards, and aware that more sustainable projects not only retain their value over time, but also have lower operating costs.

The principles of sustainable development are embedded in our company’s DNA, which means that every investment, in accordance with our internally developed standards, is designed with energy efficiency, reduced demand for non-renewable energy and lower operating costs for residents in mind. This distinguishes our projects and makes them very attractive. When creating city-forming projects with the needs of future generations in mind and using eco-friendly solutions, we decided to go one step further. We have decided to carry out a number of investments in accordance with the requirements of BREEAM certification, one of the world’s most recognised methods of assessing sustainable buildings. We are applying for BREEAM certification at the Very Good level for two of our investments, Bernadovo in Gdynia and Chmielna Duo in Warsaw. This certification not only defines best practices in the design, construction and use of buildings in accordance with the concept of sustainable development. In addition, as a developer, we are required to use certified materials, monitor water and energy consumption, and protect local flora and fauna.

In our investments, apart from solar panels, we use many ecological solutions, such as extensive vegetation and infrastructure supporting biodiversity, green and white roofs, light-coloured facades, heat pumps, specially designed water retention systems using rainwater, drip lines for watering plants, electric car charging stations, and bike racks, service stations and washers.

We take into account the implementation of ESG principles in order to significantly reduce the carbon footprint generated by the real estate sector, but also to ensure that our projects retain their value in the future and have lower operating costs. We plan to continue developing premium residential properties in Poland in line with ESG guidelines. We are currently implementing green solutions in all our projects in Poland and are intensively preparing to launch new, increasingly sustainable investments in the future.

In our investments, we are increasingly turning to innovative solutions such as green concrete, structural timber and prefabricated elements, which have a lower carbon footprint and high efficiency. At the same time, we are examining the carbon footprint of our projects with a view to reducing it, and we are ready to invest more in the quality of our investments because we are aware of their impact on the lives of future generations.

Michał Witkowski, Sales Director, Lokum Deweloper
We are seeing growing interest among our customers in issues related to eco-friendly and energy-efficient solutions used in residential developments. Buyers are not only motivated by concern for the environment. They also recognise specific benefits, such as greater comfort in everyday life and lower operating costs. They pay particular attention to the standard of finish of the flats and common areas in terms of energy efficiency. The number and layout of green areas, taking into account their character and diversity of vegetation, as well as infrastructure supporting eco-friendly mobility, are also important to them.

Our goal is to create housing estates that combine high quality workmanship, modern technologies and care for the environment. That is why we use solutions such as energy-efficient LED lighting, motion and twilight sensors, modern thermal insulation and triple-glazed windows, which increase the energy efficiency of buildings. We build housing estates to ensure maximum biologically active space. We design varied green areas filled with rich vegetation, flower meadows and green walls and roofs, which improve the microclimate and air quality. We also implement rainwater retention systems.

We also know how important it is to promote and support eco-friendly mobility, especially in large cities such as Wrocław. That is why we provide practical amenities for the residents of our housing estates – we create parking spaces for electric cars and charging stations, and we are expanding the cycling infrastructure with walking and cycling paths, numerous bicycle racks and repair stations. We plan to expand the range of eco-friendly solutions in our future projects.

Renata Mc Cabe – Kudla, Country Manager at Grupo Lar Polska
We pay close attention to solutions that promote environmental protection. Our latest projects are being developed to obtain BREEAM certification. Of course, green solutions have a slight impact on apartment prices, but we believe that in the long term they are beneficial for the customer.
Wojciech Wilhelm Zhang-Czabanowski, President of the Management Board of Waryński S.A. Holding Group
In response to the growing importance of sustainable construction and increasing consumer awareness, we are actively implementing technological and environmental solutions that promote operational savings, improve living comfort and support environmental protection. A number of modern ecological solutions have been used in the Stacja Ligocka investment project in Katowice. These include photovoltaic installations powering common areas and garages, energy-efficient windows with enhanced insulation (thermal and acoustic) parameters, LED lighting with motion sensors, and green terraces and gardens that support water retention and the microclimate of the estate.

In parallel with the implementation of specific technical solutions, we are working on our own internal environmental standards, inspired by, among others, the Warsaw Green Building Standard. The aim is to systematically improve the quality of projects in terms of energy efficiency, the use of renewable energy sources, and the creation of functional and green common areas.

Although the use of green technologies may slightly increase the cost of the investment, in the long term it translates into lower maintenance costs and higher property values. Customers are increasingly recognising these benefits. They pay attention not only to energy efficiency and green surroundings, but also to modern amenities, such as a master key system that increases the convenience of everyday life. The Stacja Ligocka investment meets these expectations. It is a project that combines modern architecture with intimate buildings, green spaces and convenient access to urban infrastructure

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As sustainability becomes a growing priority in real estate, new residential developments are increasingly incorporating environmentally friendly technologies and cost-saving solutions. This article explores whether developers are introducing their own ‘green standards’, how such initiatives impact flat prices, and to what extent buyers consider these features when making purchasing decisions. Insights and comments from industry experts provide a closer look at the current trends shaping eco-conscious housing projects.

Tomasz Kaleta, Managing Director of Sales and Marketing at Develia
In our investments, we use, among other things, heat pumps, photovoltaic panels, rain gardens and grey water recirculation systems. We strive to increase the number of such solutions in new projects. Our commitment to this is set out in the ‘Develia Group’s Sustainable Development Strategy for 2025-2030’ published in February this year. Among other things, we are working to ensure that our buildings are as energy-efficient as possible and meet energy consumption standards of 58 kWh/sq m by 2030.

The use of environmentally friendly solutions in our investments is confirmed by the BREEAM certificate, which was awarded to our Warsaw projects Bemosphere (Central and City buildings) and the completed stages of the Aleje Praskie housing estate. Although the use of low-emission and energy-efficient solutions increases investment costs, it can translate into lower operating costs during the use of the apartment and also increases the attractiveness of the property and, consequently, its value.

Agnieszka Majkusiak, Sales Director at Atal
Price and location remain the key parameters when choosing a property. However, our investments in ‘green’ and ‘blue’ infrastructure, such as heat pumps, photovoltaics, rain gardens and twilight sensors, are very well received by customers. This is because there is a growing awareness of eco-trends, and the rising costs of maintaining flats are generating increasing interest in this type of solution.

They increase the attractiveness of the housing estates we build and emphasise their modern character. Buyers appreciate these elements, which reflect our comprehensive approach to space design, our commitment to sustainable development and our concern for comfort and well-being in the place where they live. In addition to their marketing and image benefits, ecological aspects also have a practical side, as they contribute to reducing resource consumption, including the costs of maintaining common areas.

Residents therefore also benefit from these solutions as members of the community. We receive a lot of enquiries about the possibility of charging electric vehicles, either as standard infrastructure in the form of ready-made stations or as an option for future connection.

A separate segment, indirectly related to ecology and resource management, is advanced smart home systems, which are often requested by customers. To meet these expectations, we are offering this option in an increasing number of buildings. It allows remote control and minimisation of media consumption in the apartment during absence and signals any malfunctions.

Marek Straszak, Regional Construction Manager; Matexi Polska
Eco-friendly technologies are becoming increasingly prevalent in residential construction, and investors are increasingly following the expectations of customers for whom sustainable development is becoming an important criterion when choosing a property. In our projects, we are already implementing a number of pro-environmental solutions, such as green roofs, photovoltaic installations, rainwater recovery systems and electric car charging stations. We also attach increasing importance to the quality and functionality of green areas. We design them in such a way that they not only improve the aesthetics of housing estates, but also have a real impact on the microclimate and comfort of residents, for example by reducing the urban heat island effect.
We operate in accordance with the internal Matexi Sustainability Matrix standard, which defines our approach to designing investments in the spirit of sustainable development. This allows us to consciously select ecological solutions, taking into account their effectiveness, environmental impact and the expectations of future users. Although we do not rely directly on external documents such as the Warsaw Green Building Standard, our approach remains consistent with it and corresponds to the direction set by local authorities.

Although ecological solutions may affect the cost of an investment, in the long term they bring measurable benefits to residents. First and foremost, they reduce media consumption, which translates into real savings in the everyday use of a flat. An example of this is the heat recovery system used in our investment at 11A Sokratesa Street, which recovers heat from the air removed from the flats and reduces heating costs by up to 20 per cent compared to traditional solutions. Buyers are increasingly paying attention not only to specific technologies, but also to the developer’s overall philosophy of responsible construction.

Joanna Chojecka, Sales and Marketing Director for Warsaw and Wrocław at the Robyg Group
The introduction of ‘green standards’ is associated with a certain increase in investment costs, but from the buyers’ point of view, it is an investment in the future – both in terms of their comfort and the value of the property. We are increasingly observing that customers are consciously paying attention to environmental aspects such as energy efficiency, access to green spaces and solutions that reduce water and electricity consumption. We are convinced that the future of residential construction lies in the harmony of technology, ecology and high quality of life. That is why we are consistently developing our offer in line with these values, adapting it to the growing expectations of the market and the needs of our customers.

In order to reduce our impact on the environment, we implement modern, environmentally friendly solutions that allow us to care for the environment and reduce the costs of everyday life, as well as a set of design standards and guidelines for architects, designers and subcontractors. Most of our housing estates are equipped with at least five low-emission solutions, such as LED lighting in common areas, triple glazing, heat exchangers, installation control systems, lifts with heat recovery, motion and twilight sensors, and green roofs. In addition, each of our housing estates features extensive green areas, rain gardens, playgrounds, gyms and HD video surveillance. Special walking areas, birdhouses and insect houses have been prepared. We also use facade paints and anti-smog paving stones that absorb pollution. We are actively promoting micro and electromobility by installing electric car chargers and solar benches, as well as building cycling infrastructure in the form of bike racks and bike repair stations. All these solutions help to reduce the carbon footprint of our housing estates during the use of the buildings.

To reduce emissions at the construction stage, we have switched to 100% renewable energy in our construction processes since 2025. This step significantly reduces our carbon footprint and contributes to reducing CO2 emissions. In addition, 88% of multi-family residential buildings constructed for sale in 2024 achieved a primary energy demand (Ep) at least 10% lower than required by NZEB standards (65 kWh/m²/year).
Ecology in modern, sustainable construction is a key trend that responds to the challenges of climate change, the depletion of natural resources and the growing demand for comfort in living. Although it often requires greater investment at the design and construction stage, this investment quickly pays for itself, both economically and socially.

Karolina Bronszewska, Marketing and Sales Director at Ronson Development
We place great emphasis on sustainable construction, implementing a number of modern solutions in our projects that benefit both the environment and future residents. We focus on intelligent, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies that support comfort of living and at the same time allow for real savings in the everyday use of apartments. As a result, investments such as Nova Królikarnia, Eko Falenty and Nowe Warzymice are excellent examples of conscious design, combining functionality, aesthetics and care for the environment.

Our customers themselves are increasingly interested in ecological solutions. They most often ask about four key technologies: heat recovery, heat pumps, photovoltaic panels and rainwater tanks. We see growing environmental awareness among buyers and not only respond to current market needs, but also actively create our own ‘green standards’.

We respond to customer needs, which is why, in addition to the four solutions mentioned above, our investments include energy-efficient LED lighting and electric car charging stations. Furthermore, we use natural finishing materials and plant vegetation on the roofs of our buildings, thus enriching their biodiversity. In the long term, apartments with eco-technologies mean lower operating costs and greater comfort of living. It is a valuable investment in the future – our own and that of our planet. .

Photo: Bukowinska, Matexi Polska
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