..., as the elements of the S dimension such as gender equality and cultural diversity are important aspects for an effectively functioning real estate industry. The S metric developed in this paper can be used for benchmarking purposes over time, as well as between real estate players, between sub-sections within...

... investment decision-making. Design/methodology/approach This research is based on a thorough understanding of the ESG environment in the real estate industry by the author. Best practice examples regarding the S dimension are given from the ESG/sustainability reports from real estate players in Australia...

..., this economically based classification produced results that were equally good. © MCB UP Limited 1998 Real estate industry Location Mean absolute deviation Risk Wurtzebach (1988) later grouped metropolitan areas based on employment in their dominant industries and employment growth patterns...