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FAST FORWARDING
TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE
ECOSYSTEMS

CDL SDG Value-Add Circle

Embracing the SDGs for a healthy triple bottom line and circularity

CONSERVING AS WE
CONSTRUCT SINCE 1995

In the age of a climate emergency, the global race to net zero has never been more urgent. With buildings and construction accounting for some 40% of global emissions, the built sector is pivotal in the transition towards a low-carbon future.

CDL’s World Green Building Council’s Net Zero Carbon Buildings Commitment and more ambitious carbon emissions reduction targets assessed and validated by the Science Based Target initiative marks a leap forward in our decarbonisation commitment.

With unwavering leadership dedication from the Board and top management for over two decades, we are poised to forge ahead in the new climate economy and build a better world for future generations.

EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN STATEMENT

Amidst ongoing global uncertainties, challenges and shifting priorities, CDL remains steadfast in integrating sustainability principles into our business model and future-ready strategy.

KWEK LENG BENG

Executive Chairman

GROUP CEO STATEMENT

CDL remains steadfast in respecting the planet and people while greening the built environment and fostering ecosystems that thrive alongside human progress. Guided by our Future Value 2030 sustainability blueprint, we aim to create positive environmental and social impacts while maintaining a balanced triple bottom line.

SHERMAN KWEK

Group CEO

CDL INTEGRATED
SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2025

CDL’s Integrated Sustainability Report (ISR) 2025, titled “Zero in on Action: Fast-Forwarding Towards Sustainable Ecosystems.” is our 18^th sustainability report to date.

This report underscores CDL’s unwavering commitment to advancing sustainable ecosystems and creating value for a resilient, nature-positive future. The report also highlights CDL’s continued progress towards achieving our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals and targets under the CDL Future Value 2030 Sustainability Blueprint. ISR 2023-2025’s external assurance has been elevated in its scope against the GRI standards, SASB standards, as well as the TCFD and CDSB frameworks. We have also expanded on our nature-related disclosures based on the TNFD Recommendations.

CDL RANKED 39^th MOST SUSTAINABLE CORPORATION IN THE WORLD AND TOP REAL ESTATE COMPANY GLOBALLY

This year, CDL continues to be recognised as the world’s most sustainable real estate management and development company, securing the 39^th spot on Corporate Knights’ 2025 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World. CDL is the first and only Singapore company to be included in the Global 100 listing for 16 consecutive years since 2010.

EMBRACING THE SDGs FOR VALUE CREATION

The built sector has a crucial impact on the environment and society. As an expansion of our sustainability commitments, we have aligned our ESG efforts with 15 relevant Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) out of 17. Click on any SDG to see how our initiatives have contributed to more sustainable cities and communities.

Join the Action for a Sustainable Future!

Mar
15

CDL EcoTrain
Check out Singapore’s first decommissioned SMRT train cabin dedicated to sustainability education

Jun
14-15

Youth4Climate
Come celebrate with us at the 8th edition of the Y4C festival, organised in support for Go Green SG Week

Jun
5

“We Love Our Planet” Storytelling Contest
Be a part of World Environment Day 2025 and join our storytelling contest with your families!

Nov
10-21

AlterCop30
Join a remote alternative to COP30 and keep informed about COP happenings in real time without being their personally

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DRIVING YOUTH ENGAGEMENT

Youths today are the leaders of tomorrow. Recognising that they play a pivotal role in a sustainable future, CDL strives to engage, educate and empower youths in the battle against the climate crisis. Everyone can make a big difference, no matter how young.

CHAMPIONING WOMEN’S EMPOWERMENT

Women4Green is a platform dedicated to capacity-building and collaboration amongst female leaders, executives and youths to advocate for sustainable practices at work, at home, and at play.