[CHICAGO — April 22, 2026] IREM® (Institute of Real Estate Management) today announced that RE Tech Advisors has become the first Sustainability Advisor for the IREM Certified Sustainable Property (CSP) program. The Sustainable Advisor program connects property owners and managers pursuing CSP certification with enhanced support and resources designed to streamline the CSP application process and elevate sustainability outcomes for income-producing real estate.
“The IREM CSP program was created to move sustainability in real estate operations from aspirational to actionable,” says 2026 IREM President Mindy Gronbeck, CPM®, CCIM. “Recognizing RE Tech Advisors as our first Sustainability Advisor reflects the ideals of the CSP and Sustainability Advisors programs: practical expertise, measurable results, and a shared commitment to helping property professionals improve building performance through credible, recognized sustainability standards.”
“RE Tech is honored to be the first Sustainability Advisor for IREM’s CSP program,” said Lauren Baldwin, Director, Sustainability Reporting and Communications at RE Tech Advisors. “We have supported hundreds of property managers in pursuing CSP certification and applying consistent, credible sustainability standards to their properties. The CSP program reinforces practical and effective approaches to improving building performance and long-term value.”
The IREM Sustainability Advisors program is a premium partnership for sustainability and green building certification consultants working with clients to achieve CSP certification. With strong momentum behind the CSP program, Sustainability Advisors help streamline high-quality applications and connect real estate managers with reliable, expert guidance.
The Sustainability Advisors program is well-suited for organizations such as:
- Sustainability consultants
- Green building certification specialists
- Energy and environmental consultants
- Other service providers who perform sustainability functions
Program benefits include:
- Expedited CSP application reviews (10 business days) to deliver faster results for clients
- Automatic enrollment in the CSP Volume Program, providing simplified administration and potential cost savings
- An automatic 30-day CSP application deadline extension past the annual November 1 priority-review deadline
- Sales and application materials to support client conversations and high-quality submissions
- Recognition on the IREM website as a trusted Sustainability Advisor
- Use of the Sustainability Advisors logo to highlight expertise serving income-producing real estate
- Thought leadership opportunities, including one featured article, blog post, or case study published by IREM each year
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About the IREM CSP program
CSP certification recognizes sustainability and ESG-aligned practices in the operation and management of income-producing real estate. The program provides a practical, performance-focused framework that supports continuous improvement and market recognition.
About IREM
Since 1933, our members have made us the world’s strongest voice for all things real estate management. More than 18,000 leaders in commercial and residential management call this home for education, support and networking. Our CPM®, ARM®, ACoM®, AMO® and CSP certifications are internationally recognized symbols of ethical leadership and a well-managed property. Our tools deliver decades of on-the-job know-how to help members get even better at what they do. Put simply – IREM and its members are here to elevate the profession. If you know real estate management, come get to know us. irem.org
About RE Tech Advisors
Trusted by many of the leading organizations in commercial real estate, RE Tech brings decades of experience and a team of more than 100 professionals working at the intersection of sustainability and the built environment. We help organizations navigate a complex sustainability landscape to deliver impact at scale with expert-driven and data-backed strategies that help building owners, operators, and investors advance strategies, drive performance, and create lasting value. Our teams work to align performance with leading standards, translate results for investor audiences, and drive market recognition through verified reporting and third-party certifications. Contact us to learn how RE Tech can serve as your strategic partner in real estate sustainability.
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