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Helping you create the future version of your building
GreenFiT is a strategic consultancy service helping you protect and enhance the value of your buildings and portfolios. Working with you, we map the way forward for measured and impactful improvements that consider both ESG and commercial benefits.
Be empowered with industry-leading research and insights so you can make decisions with confidence.
Research and insights
Helping you and your stakeholders thrive
Optimising Offices
Real Estate Insights Podcasts
Guiding you through the whole proces
We understand the scale of the current market challenges. We’ll listen to your needs and work with you to realise the opportunities and deliver the right services and solutions – helping your buildings, and the people that occupy and use them, to thrive.
20%-46%
80%
energy consumption saving for each asset within the first year
of assets improved by at least one EPC grade and 50% improved by two grades
Technical & ESG due diligence
Energy baseline assessments, net zero & EPC analysis
Lease management (Dilapidations+)
Assessing current and future technical risks and identifying solutions relating to investment fundamentals, occupier requirements and legislation - on both standing assets and new developments.
Planning, implementing and reviewing the route to net zero along with your asset's current and future potential against market expectations, whilst reporting against your net zero targets.
Assessing lease obligations and lease events for optimal timing of interventions. Facilitating landlord and tenant collaborations on ESG-linked lease liabilities and agreements.
Intelligent building
Workplace strategy & design
Viability & cost modelling for GreenFiT pathway
Advising on innovative technologies and efficient M&E strategies to deliver controlled internal environments that support people in the workplace; smart building technology implementation to drive energy reduction through effective control and data management.
Specialising in people-centric interior design, development and workplace strategy; creating internal environments that meet modern workplace requirements, supporting sustainability goals as well as the health and wellness of the people who use them.
Project managing design, delivery & execution
Certification compliance
Continuous reporting, evaluation & improvement
Identifying key certifications that are important to you, showcasing your building’s green credentials, driving continuous improvement; we support you in achieving the best ratings and certifications possible from EPCs and BREEAM to NABERS, CRREM and more.
Monitoring progress, verifying data and distilling the learnings to keep you moving in the right direction with up-to-date information.
EPC Factsheet for Offices
Covering assets in every real estate sector, GreenFiT takes a step-by-step approach to bring you the best results. Your long-term success matters to us and we combine our real estate expertise and technical knowledge with commercially viable ESG solutions to provide you with the right advice and services under one commercial umbrella.
Our services
Our approach
Making buildings lean and taking control
Optimise
Testing outcomes and shared learnings
Verify
Delivery of packages of works through to retrofit
Intervene
Using metering strategy and data to inform decisions
Measure
Savills Optimising Offices helps you recognise and navigate the challenges within the office market, enabling you to protect and enhance the value of your office assets.
Retrofit first or retrofit only?
Manage risk, reduce running costs and improve long-term energy performance
GreenFiT benefits
Collaborating with both owners and occupiers, our end-to-end service will guide and support you and your stakeholders through the entire process, providing the right strategic approach. From the initial assessment stage, we will work with you through to delivery of agreed improvement programmes and solutions - identifying the right interventions at the right time.
Avoid the risk of a stranded asset
Navigate changing ESG market requirements
Considered budget costings for all recommendations
Implementable intervention plans
Continue to retain and attract occupiers
Unlock a sustainable future for your buildings, whilst adding value
1m sq ft
of re-geared office space facilitated through GreenFiT
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Where we are
Why Savills
GreenFiT
Implementable actions on a 10-year timeline
Plan
Supporting strategic asset management by presenting a timeline of works with budget costings; factoring in complex project restraints such as multiple tenancies, occupied floors and access restrictions, to minimise disruption and maximise service charge recoverability.
Managing the design feasibility through to works delivery from small scale optimisations to large intervention projects; Combining our commercial expertise and stakeholder management to deliver your projects to a high quality at the right time and within budget.
where we are
How can we help
Creating better, together
We transformed the property into a modern vibrant estate, with units rated Net Carbon Zero, BREEAM Excellent and EPC ‘A’ or better. Rents achieved now are double what they were before the works, and the asset’s value has increased by twice the spend in three years.
We managed a programme of works to replace the cladding, removed the asbestos and undertook a Whole Life Carbon Assessment. In order to minimise disruption, we established a system whereby works were completed to a vacant unit before moving tenants in from an existing unit.
The landlord's brief was to improve rental income and covenant strength of this industrial and logistics estate, many units of which included asbestos.
The Challenge
Results
Our Solution
Cathedral Hill, Guildford
Savills have formed a very effective multi-disciplinary team producing Net Zero Carbon plans for our buildings. The solutions are driven by experienced and innovative senior individuals with a clear ambition to achieve the best outcome for their clients. Most importantly commercial and technical issues are considered as a whole and with structured client engagement. The results of this high-performance teamwork has exceeded our and our occupiers' expectations.
Donal Campbell, Deka – Head of Sustainability
GreenFiT guides assets through improvement programmes across every sector, identifying interventions at the right time to ensure they perform at their best. We take into consideration the needs and challenges of both owners and occupiers to provide solutions that benefit stakeholders of each asset and achieve the best outcome for the built environment.
Here are some examples of who we’ve helped
Trusted by our clients
Our team successfully managed the delivery of a complex multidisciplinary Net Zero Carbon Audit to meet the client’s objectives of establishing the building's current baseline performance and then demonstrating it's potential through a series of proposed interventions. The EPC rating was improved from a D to a C on the new baseline certificate, along with additional recommended interventions to improve this further to an A rating. this was just recommendations. This was presented to the tenant as part of the current new lease negotiations, both creating a more efficient office building and increasing return on investment for the client. Negotiations still ongoing.
In order to provide the client with a better understanding of the building’s performance, we needed to provide data on the technical performance of the building and identify recommended improvements and specification upgrades. We produced a Net Zero Carbon Audit report to provide insight into the EPC improvement potential and associated costs, the current carbon performance and reduction potential along with advice on engineering plant replacement works, building upgrades and refurbishments.
The tenant’s lease was due to expire in 2025 and the landlord was keen to both retain the tenant and maintain value on this 31,000 sq ft office building, constructed in 1989. Our client (the landlord) wanted to keep the building competitive in the leasing market, whilst ensuring it continued to perform at a good specification.
Solstice House, Milton Keynes
Following the completion of the interventions, EPC rating was improved from a D to a B and the building achieved a BREEAM In Use ‘Excellent’ rating. This enabled us to engage and successfully negotiate the removal of the 2025 lease break and retain the main tenant within the building.
Listening to our client’s needs, we carried out a net zero pathway and EPC analysis of the building to plan interventions which would enhance the asset and align with both the tenant’s and market requirements. We subsequently provided full project management and workplace consultancy of the energy improvements and end of journey facilitates that would enhance the high-quality nature of the asset.
In light of an upcoming lease break, the landlord was keen to retain the main tenant within this 595,000 sq ft multi-let office building constructed in 2009. The tenant’s ESG aspirations were driven by net zero carbon, EPC, BREEAM and building amenities.
Ropemaker, London
We successfully project managed pre and post contract phases of the scheme, which completed in October 2023. The building now has extensive on-site renewable energy generation and uses a mixed mode ventilation and cooling strategy, meaning that openable windows allow the air conditioning to be turned off when external conditions allow. BREEAM Excellent is targeted and the scheme has achieved a NABERS rating of 5.5 stars. Embodied carbon was reduced resulting in a 31% saving compared to a new build and EPC rating was improved hugely from an E to A. This has both future-proofed the building and enabled the client to target a level of office HQ rents comparable to a new build.
We collaborated with teams across the business, from engineering design to carbon consultants, to project manage the process of assessing multiple options for the building, ranging from an internal only retrofit, a back to frame retrofit, vertical extension and a new build redevelopment of the site. We carried out extensive project feasibility, Net Zero Carbon Advisory (NZCA) & NABERS operational energy use verification, and project managed the back-to-frame retrofit with vertical extension. The NIA was increased from 14,500 sq ft to 23,000 sq ft with the addition of a new terrace and improved end-of-trip facilities. This solution was shown to reduce the embodied carbon by 31% over a new build alternative with the retention of the foundations and frame. The single stage design and build procurement route was made possible through Savills local market knowledge and has ensured the most balanced approach to cost, quality, time and risk.
The landlord wanted to future proof this single-let business park office asset, originally built in the 1990s.
B100, Bourne
Our team successfully managed the delivery of a complex multidisciplinary instruction of varying interlinking services to meet the client’s objectives. With the proposed interventions, the EPC rating is expected to improve from a C to an A rating.
We produced a Net Zero Carbon Audit (NZCA) report to empower our client with insight into the technical performance of the building. This demonstrated EPC improvement potential and associated costs, as well as the current carbon performance and reduction potential along with advice on engineering plant replacement works, building upgrades and refurbishments. Following a detailed project feasibility and in agreement with the client, we are currently seeking planning consent for what will be the largest solar panel PV (4,000 sq m) city installation.
The landlord wanted to enhance this asset’s value in order to retain tenants and as part of a wider portfolio alignment. The challenge was to keep the building competitive within the leasing market, whilst ensuring that it continued to perform at a good specification.
Cannon Place, London
We successfully project managed the pre and post contract phases of the scheme, which completed in Q2 2024. The re-cladding of the façade visually repositioned the building in the market place, whilst also ensuring reduced solar gain and improved air tightness. The works resulted in a 4 million kg CO2e saving of embodied carbon compared to a new build version over the lifetime of the asset and an estimated 70% reduction in operational energy. In addition to achieving an EPC A and NABERS 5-star rating, the building also attained an ‘Outstanding’ BREEAM Design Stage rating, being ranked in the top 1% and one of first retrofits in Manchester to achieve this. It now meets the needs of the modern occupier with a focus on flexibility, staff wellness and comfort and is designed to meet the ESG requirements of institutional investors, maximising value.
We carried out extensive project feasibility, Net Zero Carbon Advisory (NZCA), Whole Life Carbon Assessment (WLCA) and NABERS UK Design for Performance (DfP) verification. Empowered with the relevant data and information we mapped out the best solution, which was a back-to-frame retrofit that included an additional two floors, partially infilled atrium, reconfigured core and re-clad (resulting in the NIA being increased from 72,000 sq ft to 105,000 sq ft), and project managed the building redevelopment.
The landlord wanted to future proof this 72,000 sq ft prime office building, built in 2001, which had an EPC D rating and dated 1990’s appearance with a large atrium and inefficient core. The challenge was to maximise the value of the asset whilst also meeting the client’s environmental and social performance aspirations.
Havelock, Manchester
Our team is successfully managing the delivery of a complex multidisciplinary instruction of varying interlinking services to meet the client’s objectives. As a result of the project work, the EPC rating is expected to improve from an E to a B, delivering a 40% reduction in energy. The existing tenants are currently in negotiations to re-gear leases as part of the enhanced letting strategy.
We carried out a net zero pathway and EPC analysis of the building to plan interventions, which would enhance the asset and align with both the tenants’ and market requirements. Due to the age of the building and adjacent new City developments, we produced a ‘future-proofing’ concept for the building, combining technical and commercial recommendations. This was focused on a ‘value defence’ approach with the aim of retaining existing and attracting new tenants. We are currently delivering project management and engineering design services for a £15m phased central plant replacement over two years.
The landlord wanted to future-proof this building, originally developed in 2008, to a Grade A office specification, in order to maintain its value and continue to attract tenants.
Moor House, London
Energy certification was improved two levels from a B- to an A with 66% reduction of CO2 emissions. The project delivered the implementation of renewable energies (Photovoltaic plant), that will produce 26% of the building’s energy requirements. Improvements were seen in air quality and increased water usage efficiency and the building achieved a BREEAM In-Use pre-score of 74% - Excellent. In addition amenities were provided for the users of the building including an office café and gym, with the use of biophilic design, natural light and sustainable materials. Through an initial preview, this all resulted in a reduction of operational costs.
Taking into consideration the client’s requirements and through measuring and monitoring building data, we were able to provide, manage and deliver a suitable intervention plan to enhance both the building itself as well as the workplace environment. A building management system was also implemented to enable control of all the building functions.
The client wanted to achieve a more sustainable building that considered the needs of its users and provided an enhanced office experience, whilst providing cost savings.
Savills Portugal, Lisbon
The acquisition was successfully completed and a green Capex plan was implemented in line with the client’s objectives.
Collaborating with the client’s ESG team we were able to achieve a clear understanding of the requirements and objectives. Our expert team carried out technical and ESG due diligence to gain a clear understanding of the property’s status and efficiency. Through an ESG grid assessment we were able to create and project manage an implementation plan to increase the building’s ESG scoring from 30 to 70/100, and reduce GHG emissions by 40% within 5 years.
This investor client wanted to make i’s first green investment in Europe, with the aim of achieving 40% reduction of GHS emissions within 10 years.
Crespi 26, Milan
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International presence, local expertise
Wherever you are across EMEA, we can deliver. Talk to us about your needs and aspirations and we will combine our local real estate expertise and technical knowledge to create the right team, tailored to your project, to deliver the best results.
why savills
who we work with
Portugal
RIBA Sterling Prize 2022
Building Excellence Awards 2020
IAS Awards 2023
FT Climate Leaders 2021
Leaders Award 2019
BCO Awards 2019
Recognised for excellence
500+
professionals providing GreenFiT, Technical Due Diligence, Project Management, Building Services Engineering and Sustainability
30
office locations across UK & EMEA
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sweden
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cardiff
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cambridge
oxford
london (2)
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When you work with us, you’ll discover our people have an energy about them. A natural warmth that creates lasting, trusted relationships. We gather experts from around the world to ensure there's always someone with the right experience to help you realise your ambitions. That means welcoming and empowering people from all backgrounds and experiences – because it's the combination of our diverse perspectives and expertise that creates incredible results. Ready to do things differently?
Savills is an organisation of extraordinary individuals, working tirelessly together to deliver you the best results.
Our people, your vision
The culture ingrained in our business is what sets us apart, guiding the way our people behave to bring you the best possible service.
We listen
We empower
We challenge
We collaborate
If it matters to you, it matters to us. We put you at the heart of everything we do. We listen to your unique needs and take the time to understand your aspirations, responding with bespoke solutions to help you achieve your goals.
You make the best decisions when you have the right experience and advice at your fingertips. Our experts pioneer new approaches, bringing fresh ideas and informed insights to the table.
Progress comes when we question the status quo. We’re always open and honest with our views, constructively challenging you, and each other, in the pursuit of the best outcome. Your success is our priority.
Trust that you have the right people in the room – not just for the pitch but at every point in your project. We unite diverse perspectives and expertise across our global and local networks, collaborating with your team to build personal, lasting relationships.
Our values
Whether it’s the way we advise our clients or the work we do directly, we always seek to add value while being a force for good – pioneering initiatives that help both people and the planet to thrive.
People are at the heart of our business. We aim to create a lasting positive social impact on local communities through the way we engage with them, the work we do and the charitable initiatives we run to support them.
A company is nothing without a strong culture. We actively foster an inclusive workplace – aiming to attract diverse talent, develop and support our people, and always lead by example.
We work to minimise our impact on the environment and are committed to reducing our carbon output to net zero by 2040. From reintroducing biodiversity to green retrofits of existing buildings, we strive to create a sustainable future for ourselves and our clients.
Climate
Culture
Community
Making a positive impact
Steve Page
Head of GreenFiT
Chris Cummings
Sustainable Design Lead
Matthew King
M&E Lead
Matthew is a specialist in Building Services design and highly skilled in assisting clients achieve sustainable solutions. With vast project experience and a collaborative approach, he utilises exceptional communication skills and creativity to exceed client expectations. He specialises in low energy design, actively advancing design and innovation. Dedicated to delivering best-in-class solutions, Matthew empowers you to overcome challenges and make informed client decisions.
matthew king
Design Director
matthew.e.king@savills.com
07811783878
For nearly three decades, Chris has overseen Environmental and Sustainability initiatives in the UK and globally at top building services consultancies and is a founding director of Savills Earth. His team integrates deep technical expertise with Savills' extensive real estate consultancy to offer clients a thorough, business-focused approach to environmental, social, and economic sustainability. An expert in Building Physics and early concept design, Chris is dedicated to sustainability and wellbeing in the built environment, advocating for designs that prioritize people while reducing our environmental footprint.
Sustainable Design Lead’
chris.cummings@savills.com
07971 884228
Specialising in technical due diligence, technical asset management and development instructions across the UK and Europe. Steve can offer his extensive knowledge on single commercial property assets or extensive portfolio assignments. With experience acting on behalf of owners and occupiers his commercial acumen and real estate experience provides for strategic solutions to complex situations. He’s known for his uncompromising eye for detail and seamless collaboration – delivering you technical insights and strategic advice to help you make informed decisions.
Director
spage@savills.com
07870555895
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