R
aphael Thießen, Managing Director of the German Brownfield Association and Brownfield24, shares his insights on brownfield development in this episode. He emphasizes that changing one's perspective is crucial to tackling the challenges associated with these developments.

    Brownfield developments can be complex, but Raphael sees opportunities in repurposing these locations for various uses, including housing and industry. "You need to see the chances that these kind of locations have," he says. "They always have good locations, and there are so many things you can make out of these locations."

    Raphael's background in geography and asset management has given him a unique perspective on real estate development. He has worked with various companies, including METRO AG, METRO PROPERTIES, and BNP Paribas Real Estate.

    The German Brownfield Association, which Raphael leads, aims to promote brownfield development as a global topic. He notes that this is not just a local issue but a concern for countries worldwide.

    This episode is part of our Implementing ESG into Real Estate podcast series, where we explore the intersection of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles with real estate contracts. Our book provides an overview of how to incorporate ESG topics into property contracts, focusing on the EU standard.