Better Health for All

CBRE's core business of commercial real estate services and investments is generally health-neutral. However, the company engages in several initiatives that support health outcomes. CBRE partnered with Community Oncology Partners to expand community-based oncology practices, enhancing access to specialized cancer care

. It also announced the groundbreaking of Celebration Medical Center in Gilbert, Arizona, to meet the growing demand for outpatient care . CBRE was recognized as WELL Enterprise Provider of the Year for creating workplaces that support well-being, having achieved WELL certifications for over 21 million square feet . The company was selected as the exclusive leasing partner for Howard University's National Research Center for Health Disparities, involving 179,000 square feet of lab space aimed at addressing health disparities and community needs . CBRE also acquired Noveen Consulting to improve the economics of operating healthcare facilities . Furthermore, CBRE highlighted its mental health commitment through virtual wellness series, enhanced mental health benefits, and awareness programs . The company integrates safety and wellbeing across all decisions, including environmental and physical dimensions, and conducts a Global Safety and Wellbeing Week and 'Be Well' campaign to enhance employee wellbeing . CBRE's business activities do not involve direct health risks, addiction potential, pharmaceutical patents, food products, clinical trials, or the collection of health-related data.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

CBRE's core business is commercial real estate services and investment management for institutional clients, not consumer financial services. As such, KPIs related to consumer lending, deposit services, financial product pricing, debt burden, and financial literacy programs are not applicable. The company operates a supplier diversity program, recognized in February 2023 for supporting women-owned businesses

and pledging to spend $3 billion with diverse suppliers within five years from October 2020. CBRE also launched a $7.25 million Community Impact Initiative in December 2021 to support educational and career development for racial minorities and disadvantaged populations. However, the provided articles do not specify the percentage of annual pre-tax profit reinvested in community finance, which is required for the profit reinvestment KPI.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

In September 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) fined CBRE $375,000 for violating federal whistleblower protection rules

. The company had required departing employees to attest they had not filed a federal complaint before receiving separation pay . Upon notification, CBRE revised its separation agreements and contacted over 800 former employees .

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

The assessment of CBRE.US against Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing is limited by the absence of specific quantitative data for all KPIs. While the company has a multi-billion-dollar global supply chain

, a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery , and publishes annual statements and a Global Supplier Code of Conduct , there is no evidence of the percentage of spend covered by fair-trade certifications, the frequency of supplier audits, or the number of substantiated forced or child labor incidents. Similarly, data on supply chain traceability, remediation speed for violations, the percentage of contracts with enforceable ethical clauses, or the share of spend on high-risk materials is not provided. Although CBRE reported spending more than $2.2 billion with diverse suppliers in 2023 , the total procurement budget is not disclosed, preventing the calculation of the required percentage for supplier diversity spend.

Honest & Fair Business

CBRE Group Inc. incurred $5,249,360 in regulatory fines over the past three years, including a $375,000 civil penalty from the SEC in 2023.

This SEC fine was for violating federal whistleblower protection rules by including language in separation agreements (between 2011 and 2022) that impeded potential whistleblowers from reporting complaints. CBRE has since implemented a remediation program, revising its agreements and policies, and informing over 800 affected former employees. The company maintains a formal Whistleblower Policy, a global 24/7 anonymous Ethics HelpLine operated by an independent company, and a zero-tolerance policy for retaliation. The policy covers various stakeholders and disclosable matters, and investigations can involve external providers.

Kind to Animals

CBRE, a commercial real estate services and investments company, does not engage in activities typically associated with animal welfare concerns such as product manufacturing, animal testing, animal agriculture, or sourcing animal-derived ingredients. The company implemented a program using trained raptors and dogs to deter gulls and geese from nesting on building rooftops, encouraging them to return to natural habitats.

This program was expanded to 11 buildings in Canada and anticipated an 80% reduction in human-gull interactions by the end of 2023, with zero human-gull incidents reported since implementation. CBRE's Supplier Code of Conduct, updated in August 2025 (English) and September 2025 (other languages), is based on the UN Global Compact principles, including environmental practices.

No War, No Weapons

CBRE has indirect ties to the defense sector. In February 2024, the company acquired J&J Worldwide Services for $800 million

, expanding its defense services capabilities to over 250 military installations globally . Additionally, in January 2025, CBRE facilitated the $27 million sale of a facility leased to BAE Systems, a defense contractor .

Planet-Friendly Business

CBRE has committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its value chain by 2040

. This commitment is supported by near-term targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) , which include a 50% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2019 baseline , and a 55% reduction in emissions per square foot from properties managed for clients (Scope 3.11) by 2030 from a 2019 baseline . The company has reduced its absolute Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 31% since 2019 . Operational carbon emissions (Scopes 1 and 2) have seen a 24% reduction since 2019 . In 2023, 27% of the electricity used for CBRE's corporate operations was sourced from renewables . Notably, 99.4% of CBRE's total emissions impact is attributed to Scope 3 emissions . The company also achieved an A- performance score on CDP’s global climate change disclosure in 2023 .

Respect for Cultures & Communities

CBRE Canada released its first Reconciliation Action Plan, which aims to enhance relationships with Indigenous peoples, promote cultural awareness, and engage Indigenous businesses

. The company's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager leads key programs for Indigenous cultural awareness and diversity, supported by initiatives led by Indigenous experts . CBRE Ltd. partnered with Indigenous-owned Makwa Development Corporation for facility services and property management opportunities . CBRE also promotes 'Designing with Country' to integrate Indigenous voices into commercial spaces and supports Indigenous tourism for reconciliation and cultural preservation . No cultural appropriation incidents were reported.

Safe & Smart Tech

CBRE received ISO/IEC 27701 certification in 2022

, becoming the first commercial real estate company to achieve this with zero non-conformities , and leverages ISO 27001 and NIST CSF frameworks . The company has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for 12 consecutive years , based on an evaluation that includes ethics and compliance . Its AI strategy, including Ellis AI, emphasizes ethics and ensures data isolation . CBRE established its Global Data Privacy Office in 2017 , prior to GDPR taking effect , and maintains a Data Protection and Privacy program . It provides annual cybersecurity training for all employees , with enhanced role-specific training , and operates a Responsible Disclosure Program for vulnerabilities .

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

CBRE, through a partnership, has achieved a recycling rate exceeding 90%.

resulting in substantial annual savings of £150,000. The company has a Global Head of Circular Economy & Zero Waste and focuses on shifting from a 'take-make-dispose' culture, emphasizing upstream waste reduction and implementing circular economy strategies. Specific waste reduction initiatives include a dedicated Waste Contract Manager, a closed-loop recycling program that diverted 11.24 tonnes of carpet from landfill, and a furniture reuse program that generated £40,000 in resale fees and £12,000 in donations. CBRE Thailand also participates in a 'BKK Zero Waste' campaign. The company's partner, Axil, provides expertise in hazardous waste and has identified recycling opportunities.