SATO ranked number one in Europe in an international sustainability management benchmark

Core Insights - SATO's sustainability management has been recognized as top-level in Europe according to the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) results, achieving the maximum score in the Management section and ranking first among over a thousand assessed real estate companies in Europe [1][3]. Group 1: GRESB Assessment Results - SATO received full points in most GRESB assessment categories, scoring 100% in leadership and policies, reporting, risk management, stakeholder engagement, sustainability targets, and ESG data monitoring [5]. - The company improved its scores in both the Performance section (78/100 points, up from 76) and the Development section (86 points, up from 83), earning Green Star recognition in both [6]. - Significant improvements were noted in areas where SATO had a strong foundation, particularly in risk assessment and household waste data coverage [5]. Group 2: Areas for Improvement - Points were lost in energy data coverage and building certifications, as Finnish rental housing providers typically lack visibility into residents' energy consumption [7]. - SATO has not applied for environmental certifications for its construction projects or existing residential buildings, which significantly impacts the overall score in the GRESB assessment [7]. Group 3: Company Background and Goals - SATO is one of Finland's largest rental housing providers, owning around 27,000 rental homes in major cities [10]. - The company aims to provide excellent customer experiences and a comprehensive range of urban rental housing options while promoting sustainable development [11].