Accolade follows the ESG values by being a good neighboor and member of the society

Accolade supports the principles and goals of the UN's long-term ESG strategy, including 1) being environmentally friendly, 2) being a good neighbour and member of society, and 3) being responsible, transparent, and fair, believing that developing these goals is the way to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. The people of Accolade strive to fulfil the ESG strategy every day and are actively involved personally in these projects.

Accolade's employees recently shared their passion for sustainable and eco-friendly solutions with tenant Raben Group at an industrial park in Kielce, where they co-hosted an Eco-event as part of the European Sustainable Development Week. The event was held under the patronage of the city's president. Its rich program included many activities such as planting trees and shrubs, or painting booths for swifts

"We are excited to be involved in the development of the regions in which we operate through these activities. It is also great to get to know the local community, with which we can interact and gain relevant information about the regions and their needs. It is simply part of our efforts to be a responsible partner and neighbour and to make the regions a better place to live," commented Michal Bialas, Country Head of Accolade Poland.

Similarly, Accolade seeks to inform and educate the younger generation on how European business can be developed in a sustainable and environmentally friendly way. This was precisely the aim of the Eco-tour Accolade organised in an industrial park in Szczecin. Over 80 pupils from a local school learned in an interactive way about the benefits of bees and the importance of trees and other greenery that enrich the local ecosystem.

In addition to education, Accolade also likes bringing joy and helping those who have to deal with difficult circumstances in their lives. Most recently, Accolade helped entertain Polish children from the orphanage in Zielona Góra in cooperation with the „Theatre for One Smile“, which has been cheering up children in hospitals and orphanages with theatrical performances for several years.

A strong emphasis on the green character of industrial parks can certainly be added to the promotion of a sustainable future. In addition to the pro-environmental construction elements of the warehouses themselves, the Accolade portfolio of industrial zones also includes rich tree planting and greenery, beehives, lizard habitats, relaxation zones for workers, and most recently, the placement of bins made from recycled materials and e-waste containers, where tenants can quickly and easily dispose of, for example, broken/used electrical appliances. All Accolade parks are targeting the international BREEAM sustainability certification.

The list of Accolade's activities that contribute to a more sustainable future is far from complete. The Group also collaborates with and supports other projects and organisations in the social, cultural, sporting and environmental fields, both on a one-off and long-term basis and across the markets in which Accolade operates. More information on how Accolade contributes to a more sustainable future is summarised in the ESG brochure.

Anna Groß, Mariel & Haan Communications, anna.gross@marielhaan.com, +4915207157198

Accolade Holding, a.s. provides first-class infrastructure for business in Europe. Our clients mostly include tenants representing global brands in the areas of e-commerce, manufacturing and logistics. In the Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and Netherlands. Accolade owns a network of 41 BREEAM-certified industrial parks that guarantee a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach. In the ten years of its existence, the company has created a portfolio of commercial real estate with an area of ​​3 million sq m. The current value of the portfolio of completed industrial parks amounts to 2,6 billion EUR. It invests not only in the construction of new projects but also in the revitalization of neglected brownfields. The share of such projects in the company’s portfolio reached nearly 40%. The total area of ​​the restored sites reaches more than 1,1 milion sq. m. In 2014, the group established the first-class industrial real estate fund, Accolade Fund Sicav, which allows qualified investors to invest and thus participate in the development of the modern industry. In 2017, the group bought the operator of the second busiest airport in the Czech Republic, Brno-Tuřany. Dynamic growth and sustainable development are Accolade's priorities. Thanks to this, in 2019 the Group became the fastest growing company in the Czech Republic according to the prestigious Financial Times ranking. As recognition for its investments in new environmental solutions in the field of industrial real estate, in 2020 the company was awarded the BREEAM sustainability certification at the "Outstanding" level. The building in the revitalized area of ​​the machineworks in Cheb thus became the most environmentally-friendly industrial building in the world, achieving a record score. In the future, Accolade plans to build a polygon for the development and certification of autonomous vehicles, which will serve as a research and development centre, where the largest capacities in the field will operate. The Group has a long-standing history of supporting charitable projects and organizations. In addition to supporting the disabled, it invests in culture, sports, science and education. In the local communities where it operates, it cooperates with municipalities and supports civic amenities and local development. Accolade's goal is to be a responsible partner, a good neighbour and, overall, to make the regions where the Group operates a better place to live. Accolade also emphasizes the creation of suitable working conditions, the promotion of equal opportunities and motivates and supports employees in their personal development. More at www.accolade.eu. Data as of 30th June 2021