We are guided by a deep sense of responsibility to our stakeholders

Marcus Partners believes that the ethical and responsible consideration of environmental, social, and governance (“ESG”) factors is imperative for the long-term success of our firm and its investments.

This belief has been a central tenet of our business since the firm was founded. We are proud of our accomplishments in this arena to date and seek to continually improve upon existing practices.

Our ethical framework leads us to adhere to a number of ESG-related guidelines in the course of our investment, development, and management efforts. We seek to implement these guidelines through a variety of activities that we have accomplished, which include but are not limited to those outlined below.

Environment

Consider and apply sustainable practices that enhance property value.
  • Largest rooftop solar array within the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (“SMART”) program
  • Portfolio producing over 10M kilowatt hours per year of solar energy
  • Green lease clauses
  • Promote energy conservation through diverse operational improvements

Social & DEI

Promote health, well-being, and equitable outcomes.
  • Partnerships with organizations that broaden opportunities for underrepresented groups
  • Internship program for underrepresented groups
  • Numerous philanthropic / volunteer initiatives
  • MPCares provides employees supplemental funds to donate to nonprofit or family-in-need of their choosing
  • Responsible Contracting Policy
  • Partnership with The Cee Suite and Colette Phillips Communications to elevate DEI efforts

Governance

Uphold high standards of accountability & transparency, honoring fiduciary responsibility above all.
  • Robust internal compliance framework
  • Significant equity interest in the funds
  • Ongoing cybersecurity education and investments
  • Engage high-quality third-party auditors, accountants, and legal counsel

Leveraging our development projects to create a new generation of real estate

22 Drydock Case Study

  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    Our proposal for 22 Drydock is in collaboration with RISE Together, Domos, D.W. Sohier, and Cadre. With 80% of the development team from underrepresented groups, the project seeks to maximize opportunities for all. Nearly $50 million will be capitalized by investors and lenders from underrepresented groups including Black-owned Minority Depository Institutions and local individuals. 75% of firms participating in the project are from underrepresented groups. 22 Drydock’s ground floor is an extension of our approach to social responsibility and DEI.

  • Environmental Responsibility

    22 Drydock will be all-electric and 100% carbon neutral. The project will be LEED Platinum and LEED Zero Certified. Sustainability will be visibly celebrated with a dramatic solar array on the project’s façade. The project will also be served by a 100% electric, solar-powered shuttle service that will display art from underrepresented youth and provide service to nearby public transit stations.

  • Community First

    The building is elevated to create significant new public open space. BioBuilder and BioBus will operate a community classroom to educate and train underrepresented community members in the life science sector. Graffiti art by Rob “ProBlak” Gibbs and Artists for Humanity will signal that 22 Drydock is available to all. Marine industrial space, a critical part of the neighborhood’s existing ecosystem, is also programmed – ensuring a home for the maritime industry for decades.

Marcus Partners ESG Brochure & Policy

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