Since its launch in November 2023, the INREV ESG Standard Data Delivery Sheet (ESG SDDS) has helped real estate investment managers and investors report Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data in a consistent, comparable format. Designed to standardise the disclosure of ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for real estate investment vehicles, the ESG SDDS is a major step toward greater transparency and alignment across the industry.
The template includes:
- The required and recommended ESG KPIs of the INREV Guidelines
- Both vehicle and asset-level data fields
- References to key regulatory requirements such as SFDR
- Options to link external data sources, including GRESB
- Machine-readable labels to support automation and digital integration
The latest updated KPI reference mapping reflects identifiers from frameworks such as EPRA, GRESB, GRI, IFRS S2, and the RICS ESG data list, ensuring the ESG SDDS remains relevant and aligned with evolving standards.
To support adoption, INREV provides an implementation kit with a change log and user guide, outlining how to configure settings and fill in data points. In November, a new wiring guide will also be introduced for both the SDDS and ESG SDDS, offering practical guidance on interpreting and applying each indicator, helping the templates evolve into a shared reporting language for the industry. Sign up below to be the first to know when it’s released!
Together, the ESG SDDS and its supporting resources make sustainability reporting more transparent, efficient, and ready for the digital future.