ESG is leaving a lasting mark on sustainability of shopping centers
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ESG transformation in Poland’s retail sector is accelerating despite political and regulatory uncertainty. Shopping centers are becoming more energy-efficient, digital, and embedded in local communities, driven by EU regulations, market expectations, and financial institutions’ requirements. According to EPP, the overall direction of climate and ESG policy remains stable, even if reporting timelines have slowed. Digitalization plays a key role: energy management automation and digital twin models have helped EPP cut energy consumption across its portfolio by about 20% since 2019. ESG is now a core element of business risk assessment, influencing tenant choices and access to financing.
Beyond environmental goals, social initiatives are gaining importance, with malls evolving into local community hubs. EPP has reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by over 50% and is preparing a long-term transformation plan through 2050.
