since acquiring a premier office tower in Dalian, China, we implemented an energy savings program that reduced consumption by 24 percent. Just over a year after acquisition, the property was named national best Managed building in 2010 by the Chinese Ministry of Construction. We also achieved the voluntary iso 9000 & 14001: 2004 certifications for overall property management and environmentally responsible practices. We remain committed to finding innovative ways to incorporate concepts of sustainability to enhance our investment management practices and are actively engaged in collaborative and solution-oriented dialogue among international colleagues, service partners, tenants, and clients to promote sustainability within.
