Consulting
Environmental, Social and Governance
Building a sustainable future across Saudi Arabia.
Welcome to Knight Frank’s ESG world, where we help advance your sustainability goals in the Kingdom.
Aligned with Vision 2030, we support Saudi Arabia’s national sustainability priorities, including initiatives such as the Saudi Green Initiative, which aims to reduce carbon emissions, increase renewable energy, and enhance quality of life across the Kingdom.
Why partner with us on your ESG goals
Our ESG consulting services in Middle East and Africa
Our core ESG services
Tailored ESG strategy services across the value chain — from net zero planning and decarbonisation to stakeholder engagement.
- ESG and sustainability strategy development
- Net zero and decarbonisation planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Onsite project management support
- Training and capacity building
We help you embed sustainability into your financial strategies – from green financing and due diligence to investor communication and IPO readiness.
- Green financing options
- ESG due diligence for transactions
- Sustainability communication strategy
- ESG readiness for IPO or refinancing
- ESG future-proofing and risk mitigation
We optimise and reduce the environmental impact of real estate through sustainable design, resource efficiency, and circular economy principles — prioritising reuse, recycling, and smart energy use.
- Sustainable workplace advisory
- Waste and circularity management
- Environmental assessments and site valuations
- Renewable energy solutions
- Electric vehicle charging infrastructure
- Water conservation solutions
We help you navigate global and local regulations to improve performance, reporting, secure certifications, and strengthen your ESG ratings.
- ESG reporting standards compliance (GRI, SASB, TCFD, SFDR, IFRS, CDP)
- Sustainable building certifications (LEED, BREEAM, WELL, Mostadam, Estidama, Fitwel, WiredScore)
- Environmental and sustainability risk assessments
- ESG data collection and reporting
Learn more about our environmental, social and governance services in Middle East and Africa.
Our approach to ESG
- We view ESG as a strategic lever for resilience and growth, embedding substantiality into every aspect of your business.
- Our comprehensive solutions place environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance at the heart of every project phase.
- Our commitment to sustainable practices delivers functional, efficient, and future-proof spaces.
- Our commercially minded ESG solutions ensure your investments align with and deliver long-term growth and resilience.
- Each project is shaped by a tailored vision that meets high standards and anticipates global sustainability trends.
Latest publications and reports
Energy & Sustainability
The ESG Imperative Series
Your definitive guide to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors that shape the Middle East market trends and investment opportunities in today's highly competitive economies.
06 June 2025
The Saudi Report
The Saudi Report 2025
Now in its 4th edition, The Saudi Report is our exclusive biennial flagship publication, offering in-depth insights and a comprehensive analysis of Saudi Arabia’s residential real estate market.
24 October 2025
Destination Saudi
Destination Saudi
The results derived from two surveys for our 2024 Destination Saudi Report have upheld our perception of the emerging foreign residential market demand in Saudi Arabia.
24 February 2024
Gigaprojects
Saudi Arabia Giga Projects
An annual review of the Kingdom’s Giga projects and development plans.
06 October 2025
