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11/11/2025

What are the types of obligations in Green Leases?

Green lease obligations vary widely , from light-touch cooperation clauses to detailed contractual commitments.

Examples include:

• Management of the EPC rating
• Control of alterations, repair and reinstatement
• Data sharing and metering
• Collaboration and co-operation
• Service charge and access rights

While these obligations help meet MEES and ESG goals, careful negotiation is key to ensuring costs and responsibilities are balanced fairly between landlord and tenant.

A collaborative, well-drafted lease can deliver long-term environmental and financial value for both parties.

To find out more, read our article on environmental sustainability and performance of commercial premises 👇

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Explore Moorcrofts’ insights on the growing trend of including environmental performance and green lease provisions in commercial leases

11/11/2025

Today we reflect on and honour the sacrifices made by all those who have fought to defend our country and beyond.

Remembering all the nation's fallen heroes and those still serving our country today.

07/11/2025

Looking for expert legal support with your commercial property?

We're here to provide expert guidance that makes all the difference in managing your legal requirements, with tailored legal solutions for all your commercial property needs.

Get in touch👇

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06/11/2025

Do you have questions about Green Lease provisions in commercial property?

As environmental sustainability becomes increasingly important, landlords and tenants are under growing pressure to improve the environmental performance of commercial buildings.

With energy efficiency and ESG considerations now key factors in leasing decisions, the way we structure leases is evolving.

But while many property owners and occupiers want to make improvements, questions around responsibility, cost, and implementation remain complex.

Join Senior Commercial Property Solicitor Sharan Uppal, who is joined by Helen Shellabear, Managing Director of Shellwin Real Estate, as they discuss:

🎙 The motivations behind introducing Green Lease provisions
🎙 The types of environmental obligations landlords are including in leases
🎙 How landlords are implementing and enforcing these provisions
🎙 Encouraging tenant engagement in sustainability initiatives
🎙 Approaches to sharing the cost of energy efficiency improvements
🎙 The potential for a consistent, standardised approach across the property industry

🎧 Listen here 👇

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1189538/episodes/18055283

04/11/2025

What are Green Lease Provisions?

Green lease provisions are reshaping how landlords and tenants manage the environmental performance of commercial buildings.

These clauses promote:

- Energy efficiency
- Water and waste management
- Sustainable materials usage
- Net zero objectives

Depending on their scope, these can range from light green (collaborative, non-binding) to dark green (legally binding with cost obligations).

While originally focused on maintaining EPC ratings, broader ESG-driven provisions are being introduced, from data sharing on energy use to requirements for sustainable fit-outs.

To find out more, read our article on environmental sustainability and performance of commercial premises 👇

https://moorcrofts.com/environmental-sustainability-and-performance-of-commercial-premises/

Explore Moorcrofts’ insights on the growing trend of including environmental performance and green lease provisions in commercial leases

31/10/2025

Did you know commercial buildings account for around 20% of the UK’s carbon emissions?

The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES), introduced on 1 April 2018, were designed to tackle this, improving the energy performance of commercial properties across the country.

With increasing pressure on businesses to prove their ESG credentials, and the UK government targeting net zero by 2050 (with 60% of today’s buildings still expected to be in use), improving energy efficiency is essential.

To help, we've compiled the top 5 questions we regularly receive.

Comment below or feel free to get in touch 👇

📧 Email: team@moorcrofts.com
📞 Phone: 01628 470000
🌐 Web: moorcrofts.com

30/10/2025

Tune into Series 3 of Episode 9 of the Moorcrofts Means Business Podcast with our Senior Commercial Property Solicitor, Sharan Uppal, who is joined by Helen Shellabear, Managing Director of Shellwin Real Estate, a family-owned property company with a portfolio of commercial office and industrial properties in Buckinghamshire.

As sustainability becomes an increasing priority, landlords and tenants alike are exploring how to improve the environmental performance of commercial buildings and Green Lease provisions are a key part of that conversation.

In this episode, Sharan and Helen discuss:

🎙 The motivations behind introducing green lease provisions

🎙 The types of green obligations landlords are incorporating into leases

🎙 How landlords are implementing and enforcing these provisions in practice

🎙 Ways to encourage tenants to engage in sustainability initiatives

🎙 Who should fund energy efficiency improvements — landlords, tenants, or both?

🎙 The potential for a consistent, standardised approach across the property industry

Tune in to discover how environmental considerations are reshaping commercial leasing and what this means for both landlords and tenants.

🎧 Listen here 👇

https://www.buzzsprout.com/1189538/episodes/16916549-environmental-performance-of-business-premises-understanding-mees

29/10/2025

In this month’s Employment Insights, we’ve got two timely topics for you:

1️⃣Could failing to provide transcripts of an investigation meeting cause a dismissal to be unfair? 👇

https://moorcrofts.com/could-failing-to-provide-transcripts-of-an-investigation-meeting-cause-a-dismissal-to-be-unfair/

2️⃣ Football Teams: A lawful reason for rejection from a job? 👇



https://moorcrofts.com/football-teams-a-lawful-reason-for-rejection-from-a-job/

As always, if you have any Employment Law or HR questions, whether related to these topics or something else, our Employment Team is here to help. Contact Lindsey Abbott or Leah Waller.

28/10/2025

What are the key challenges and solutions in improving Energy Efficiency for commercial premises?

Improving the environmental performance of commercial premises remains a key challenge for landlords and tenants.

With tighter Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) and targets to reach EPC ratings of C by 2027 and B by 2030, landlords are under pressure to upgrade existing buildings — often while tenants are still in occupation.

Key challenges include:

- Upgrading premises without disrupting tenants
- Determining who bears the cost of improvements
- Limited access rights under older leases
- Short-lived exemptions for landlords unable to carry out works

Emerging solutions involve introducing green lease clauses to encourage shared responsibility and collaboration, aligning landlords’ and tenants’ ESG goals while distributing costs fairly.

A proactive, cooperative approach can turn compliance into opportunity, helping both parties create sustainable, energy-efficient workspaces for the future.

To find out more, read our article on environmental sustainability and performance of commercial premises 👇

https://moorcrofts.com/environmental-sustainability-and-performance-of-commercial-premises/

Explore Moorcrofts’ insights on the growing trend of including environmental performance and green lease provisions in commercial leases

27/10/2025

Moorcrofts has once again been recognised as a leading law firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners 2026 guide.

The firm was highlighted for its exceptional expertise in Corporate/M&A, Technology and Intellectual Property (IP), reinforcing its position as a top-tier legal practice in the Thames Valley region.

In addition, Teri Hunter, Managing Partner; William Pearce, Corporate Partner; and Julia Ferguson, Commercial Property Partner were recognised as leading individuals in their fields.

Chambers and Partners conducts independent research with clients and peers to identify the UK’s most outstanding law firms.

Read the full news release here 👇

https://moorcrofts.com/moorcrofts-recognised-in-chambers-and-partners-2026/

24/10/2025

Navigating the complexities of commercial property can be a challenge - but with the right legal partner, it doesn’t have to be.

At Moorcrofts LLP, our experienced Commercial Property Team provides trusted legal advice to both owners and occupiers.

Our clients value our attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to communicate complex matters in plain English.

If you're looking for a legal team that puts your business first and delivers results, get in touch👇

📧 team@moorcrofts.com
📞 01628 470000
🌐 www.moorcrofts.com

24/10/2025

Navigating the complexities of commercial property can be a challenge - but with the right legal partner, it doesn’t have to be.

At Moorcrofts, our experienced Commercial Property Team provides trusted legal advice to both owners and occupiers.

Our clients value our attention to detail, responsiveness, and ability to communicate complex matters in plain English.

If you're looking for a legal team that puts your business first and delivers results, get in touch 👇

📧 team@moorcrofts.com

📞 01628 470000

🌐 www.moorcrofts.com