Kilroy Realty Snags Dual Sustainability Awards in 2026
Event summary
- Kilroy Realty won Nareit’s 2026 Leader in the Light® Award for Responsibility and Fitwel’s 2026 Best in Building Health Impact Award.
- The Nareit award recognizes mid-cap REITs for measurable positive impacts on workforce, tenants, and communities.
- Fitwel honored Kilroy for the greatest number of recertified projects of all time.
- Kilroy has maintained carbon-neutral operations across its portfolio since 2020.
- As of December 31, 2025, Kilroy’s stabilized portfolio totaled 16.3 million square feet, 81.6% occupied and 83.8% leased.
The big picture
Kilroy Realty’s dual sustainability awards underscore the growing importance of ESG metrics in the real estate sector. As tenants and investors increasingly prioritize sustainability, Kilroy’s longstanding commitment to carbon neutrality and high certification standards positions it favorably in a competitive market. The company’s focus on health and wellness in building design aligns with broader industry trends toward creating high-performing, productive work environments.
What we're watching
- Sustainability Leadership
- How Kilroy’s sustained focus on sustainability will impact tenant attraction and retention in competitive markets.
- Regulatory Compliance
- Whether Kilroy can maintain its high levels of LEED, Fitwel, and ENERGY STAR certifications amid evolving environmental regulations.
- Portfolio Performance
- The pace at which Kilroy can improve occupancy and leasing rates in its stabilized portfolio.