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BKM Capital Partners Releases 2025–2026 Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Report Highlighting Data-Driven Progress and Scalable Long-Term Initiatives

  • BKM Capital Partners
  • Apr 23
  • 2 min read
book cover mockup for the report.

Newport Beach, CA—April 23, 2026—BKM Capital Partners (“BKM”), a leading institutional fund manager and operator of small- and mid-bay light industrial properties, today released its 2025–2026 Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Report, outlining the firm’s continued progress in advancing a more integrated, data-driven approach to environmental stewardship, social impact, and governance practices across its U.S. portfolio.


Now in its fourth year, the report reflects BKM’s evolution from foundational sustainability and corporate responsibility initiatives to a more coordinated and scalable platform—driven by enhanced data collection, expanded benchmarking capabilities, and deeper integration of sustainability considerations throughout the firm’s investment lifecycle.


“Over the past year, we’ve made meaningful progress embedding sustainability and corporate responsibility across our platform,” said Brian Malliet, Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Chief Investment Officer of BKM Capital Partners. “What began as a foundational effort has evolved into a more data-driven and operationally integrated strategy—one that we believe is essential to driving long-term value for our investors, tenants, and communities.”


Advancing Measurement, Transparency, and Performance


In 2025, BKM expanded its environmental data coverage through portfolio-wide onboarding and benchmarking efforts, while refining internal processes following its initial GRESB participation. The firm improved its GRESB score by 52% year-over-year, underscoring its commitment to transparency and continuous improvement.


The report highlights continued investment in data infrastructure and proprietary tools to enhance property-level tracking, enabling more informed decision-making and stronger alignment with industry best practices.


Driving Environmental Impact Across the Portfolio


BKM advanced several initiatives focused on reducing environmental impact and improving operational efficiency across its assets. Key achievements include:


  • Removal of 173,000 square feet of turf, replaced with water-wise landscaping

  • Installation of 550,000 square feet of reflective cool roofing to improve energy efficiency

  • Generation of more than 800,000 kWh through on-site solar projects

  • Significant water savings through irrigation upgrades and conservation programs


These efforts reflect BKM’s focus on scalable, cost-effective solutions that enhance asset performance while reducing environmental footprint.


Investing in People and Communities


BKM continues to prioritize employee engagement, diversity, and community impact as core components of its sustainability strategy. In 2025, the firm:


  • Completed 620 hours of company-wide training and leadership development programs

  • Hosted 34 tenant engagement events across its portfolio

  • Logged more than 300 volunteer hours supporting local organizations

  • Maintained a workforce that is 73% diverse, with increased representation across key demographics


These initiatives reinforce BKM’s commitment to fostering an inclusive culture while strengthening relationships with tenants and the communities it serves.


Strengthening Governance and Risk Management


BKM continues to enhance its governance framework through robust oversight, risk management, and accountability measures. The firm maintains a comprehensive committee structure and integrates climate-related risk assessments into its investment and operational decision-making processes, ensuring long-term resilience across its portfolio.


Looking Ahead


Building on this momentum, BKM has outlined a series of forward-looking initiatives, including expanding solar and EV charging programs, increasing data coverage across the portfolio, and further refining its proprietary business intelligence tools to support sustainability performance and reporting.


“As sustainability expectations continue to evolve, we remain focused on enhancing performance, deepening integration, and identifying new opportunities to create value responsibly,” added Malliet.


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