Trend
Green Buildings: Thailand's Fastest-Growing Property Segment
LEED and TREES-certified buildings command 8–12% premium rents. Here's why.
ESG-conscious corporations and environmentally aware tenants are driving demand for green-certified buildings in Thailand. The trend, which started in office space, is now reshaping the residential market.
The green premium
Condos with TREES (Thai Rating of Energy and Environmental Sustainability) or LEED certification charge 8–12% higher rents and sell 15% faster than comparable non-certified buildings.
What makes a building green
- Solar panels and energy-efficient HVAC
- EV charging stations in parking
- Rainwater harvesting and water recycling
- Low-VOC materials and abundant natural light