Global commercial real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield has announced the appointment of Stephanie Greene as its new Chief Sustainability Officer and Global Head of Sustainability Services, reinforcing the company’s commitment to helping clients navigate sustainability, decarbonization, and climate resilience challenges across their real estate portfolios.
- Sustainability Takes Centre Stage in Commercial Real Estate
- Industry Veteran Brings Extensive Sustainability Expertise
- Driving Sustainable Value Across Real Estate Portfolios
- Enhancing Operational Performance
- Advancing Climate Resilience
- Delivering Decarbonization Strategies
- Expanding Sustainability Services
- Leading Corporate Sustainability Efforts
- Leadership Perspective
- Supporting Clients at Global Scale
- Real Estate Industry Faces Growing Sustainability Expectations
- Strengthening Cushman & Wakefield’s Sustainability Leadership
In her new role, Greene will oversee the company’s global sustainability strategy, advisory services platform, and enterprise-wide environmental initiatives, supporting occupiers, investors, and property owners as sustainability becomes an increasingly important driver of real estate performance and value creation.
Sustainability Takes Centre Stage in Commercial Real Estate
The appointment comes at a time when sustainability is becoming a critical consideration for the global real estate sector.
Investors, tenants, regulators, and financial institutions are placing greater emphasis on energy efficiency, carbon reduction, climate resilience, and environmental performance. As a result, property owners and occupiers are seeking expert guidance on integrating sustainability into long-term business strategies.
Cushman & Wakefield provides a broad range of sustainability services designed to help clients improve asset performance, enhance operational efficiency, reduce emissions, and create long-term value across commercial real estate portfolios.
Industry Veteran Brings Extensive Sustainability Expertise
Greene joins Cushman & Wakefield from commercial real estate services company CBRE, where she served as Global Head of Sustainability Advisory.
During her tenure, she led sustainability strategy development and solution delivery for clients across multiple markets, helping organizations address complex environmental and operational challenges.
Her professional background also includes leadership positions at the Rocky Mountain Institute and Pacific Gas and Electric Company, where she focused on:
- Sustainability strategy
- Decarbonization initiatives
- Energy transition programs
- Systems transformation
- Climate resilience planning
- Advisory and consulting services
Her experience spans both the public and private sectors, providing expertise in helping organizations accelerate sustainability goals while maintaining business performance.
Driving Sustainable Value Across Real Estate Portfolios
As Chief Sustainability Officer, Greene will lead Cushman & Wakefield’s global sustainability consulting platform and work closely with occupiers, investors, and asset owners to improve building performance and resilience.
Her responsibilities will include:
Enhancing Operational Performance
Supporting clients in improving energy efficiency, reducing operating costs, and optimizing building performance through sustainability-driven solutions.
Advancing Climate Resilience
Helping organizations prepare for evolving climate risks and regulatory requirements while strengthening long-term asset resilience.
Delivering Decarbonization Strategies
Developing pathways for reducing carbon emissions across real estate portfolios and supporting net-zero ambitions.
Expanding Sustainability Services
Scaling the company’s sustainability advisory capabilities to meet growing market demand for ESG-focused real estate solutions.
Leading Corporate Sustainability Efforts
Overseeing Cushman & Wakefield’s own environmental sustainability initiatives and advancing the firm’s operational sustainability performance globally.
Leadership Perspective
Nathaniel Robinson, Chief Investment and Strategy Officer at Cushman & Wakefield, said Greene’s extensive experience and global perspective would help accelerate the firm’s sustainability capabilities.
He noted that her ability to transform complex sustainability challenges into practical business strategies will support clients seeking measurable outcomes and long-term value creation.
According to Robinson, sustainability is becoming increasingly integrated into investment decisions, asset management strategies, and corporate real estate planning, making leadership in this area essential for future growth.
Supporting Clients at Global Scale
Commenting on her appointment, Greene highlighted the growing importance of sustainability as a core business priority rather than a standalone environmental initiative.
She noted that organizations are increasingly embedding sustainability into broader corporate strategies, creating demand for scalable solutions that deliver both environmental and financial benefits.
Cushman & Wakefield currently manages approximately 6.5 billion square feet of real estate globally, giving the company significant reach and influence in helping clients implement sustainability strategies at scale.
Greene emphasized that the firm’s extensive global footprint positions it uniquely to support clients in achieving sustainability goals while improving asset performance and long-term portfolio value.
Real Estate Industry Faces Growing Sustainability Expectations
The appointment reflects broader trends across the global commercial real estate industry, where sustainability has become a key factor influencing investment decisions, tenant preferences, and regulatory compliance.
Property owners are increasingly focused on:
- Reducing operational carbon emissions
- Improving energy efficiency
- Enhancing building resilience
- Meeting ESG reporting requirements
- Achieving net-zero commitments
- Increasing asset attractiveness and value
Industry analysts expect demand for sustainability advisory services to continue growing as organizations seek practical pathways to balance environmental responsibility with financial performance.
Strengthening Cushman & Wakefield’s Sustainability Leadership
By appointing Greene to lead its sustainability platform, Cushman & Wakefield is positioning itself to capitalize on the growing importance of ESG and sustainability within the global real estate sector.
As environmental considerations become increasingly central to investment and operational decisions, the company aims to help clients navigate the transition toward more sustainable, resilient, and future-ready real estate portfolios.
The appointment also underscores the expanding role of sustainability leadership in shaping business strategy, asset management, and value creation across the commercial property industry.
