Schack Institute of Real Estate

8th Annual Conference on Sustainable Real Estate

The NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate is excited to announce the 8th Annual Conference on Sustainable Real Estate, set to take place on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the NYU Kimmel Center.

This year’s theme, Leading the Change: Climate, Community, and Sustainable Real Estate, highlights the critical intersection of sustainability and the built environment.

For the first time, this landmark event will bring together over 12 NYU schools and departments, representing an unprecedented cross-disciplinary collaboration within the university. This unity reflects NYU’s commitment to Strategic Pathways and demonstrates the power of collective expertise to address the world’s most pressing challenges. By breaking traditional silos, the conference fosters a unique platform for dialogue, innovation, and actionable strategies that resonate across industries and academia.

Focused on Climate Action, Social Responsibility, and Ethical Leadership, the conference will explore:

  • Advancing Energy and Resource Sustainability
  • Driving Financial Impact with Purpose
  • Fostering Inclusive and Ethical Leadership
  • Reimagining Communities and Urban Development
  • Innovating Technology for Sustainable Futures

Through insightful panels, case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees will gain fresh perspectives and practical tools to lead sustainability initiatives within their organizations and communities.

During the lunch break, enjoy a special performance by NYU Steinhardt’s Jazz Ensemble, offering a creative interlude to complement the day’s discussions.

This event represents a groundbreaking moment for NYU and the real estate industry, demonstrating how collaboration across schools, departments, and sectors can drive meaningful change. By participating, you’ll join a movement that’s shaping a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient future.

Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to be part of something that has never been done before. Join us on March 5, 2025, to lead the change.

DATE
Wednesday, March 5, 2025

TIME
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

LOCATION
NYU Kimmel Center
60 Washington Square South
New York, NY

AUDIENCE
Public

PRICING
$150 Early Bird Ends 2/5/2025
$250 After 2/5/2025

SPONSORSHIP
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please email NYU University Development and Alumni Relations sps.sponsorship@nyu.edu

CONTACT
schack.conference@nyu.edu

Conference Hosts:
Marc Norman

Marc Norman
Larry & Klara Silverstein Chair in Real Estate Development & Investment, and Associate Dean NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate

Suhail Y. Tayeb

Suhail Y. Tayeb
Clinical Assistant Professor, Schack Institute of Real Estate

Conference Chair:
Suhail Y. Tayeb

Suhail Y. Tayeb
Clinical Assistant Professor, Schack Institute of Real Estate

Conference Co-Chairs:
Lauren Brust Moss

Lauren Brust Moss
Chief Sustainability Officer, Vornado

Amy Jaffe

Amy Jaffe
Director, NYU SPS Energy, Climate Justice, and Sustainability Lab

Conference Schedule – Wednesday, 5th of March, 2025

                                               

Climate Action

Social Responsibility

Ethical Leadership

Time

Rosenthal

Room 406

Room 405

9:00 - 9:30 am

Registration and Networking

   

9:30 - 10:00 am

Opening Keynote

   

10:05 - 10:55 am

Renewable Energy

Finance for Social Impact

Board Diversity

10:55 - 11:05 am

Break

   

11:10 - 12:00 pm

Rethinking Water

Affordable Housing

Profits with Purpose

12:00 - 12:45 pm

Lunch & Networking accompanied by a performance by NYU Steinhardt's Jazz Ensemble

12:50 - 1:40 pm

From Waste to Worth

Privacy and Data Security

The Sustainability Compass

1:45 - 2:35 pm

Smart Land Use

Building Healthy Communities

Building Trust in High-Stakes Markets

2:40 - 3:30 pm

Urban Mobility

Human Capital Development

Speed Networking for Young Leaders

3:30 - 3:40 pm

Break

   

3:45 - 4:15 pm

Closing Keynote

   

4:15 - 5:15 pm

Networking Reception accompanied by a performance by NYU Steinhardt's Jazz Ensemble

Participating Schools

NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate logo
NYU SPS Center for Global Affairs logo
C2 SMART logo - Connected Cities with Smart Transportation
NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service logo
NYU Tandon School of Engineering logo
NYU STEINHARDT logo
NYU NURSING logo
Center for Urban Science + Progress logo
NYU STERN logo
NYU Langone Health logo
NYU Silver School of Social Work logo
NYU LAW logo
NYU Tisch School of the Arts logo

Special Thanks To

NYU Office of the Provost logo
NYU Office of Sustainability logo
NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service logo

Wells Fargo

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPONSOR?

Your sponsorship is more than just brand visibility—it’s an investment in sustainability and the future of real estate. Funds raised through this initiative will be directly allocated to supporting future sustainability-focused conferences, publications, and related initiatives within the Schack Institute of Real Estate.

By sponsoring this event, you are contributing to the advancement of innovative research, thought leadership, and impactful industry engagement in the field of sustainability. Our aim is to ensure that these resources remain dedicated to building a robust platform for sustainability-related activities, creating lasting benefits for the academic and professional community. Your support helps drive meaningful change and strengthens NYU SPS’s commitment to fostering a sustainable future for the real estate industry.

Learn more about 2025 sponsorship opportunities for your company and how your involvement can foster student success. For more information, email: sps.sponsorship@nyu.edu

Registration Inquiries

For registration inquiries, please contact the NYU SPS Events Team at schack.conference@nyu.edu.