Sustainability is becoming more tangible, more implementable – and, above all, more collaborative: MorgenGrün (ZWP Ingenieur-AG) is part of the new alliance reliance. Together with our partner companies shape.re, CAALA, aedifion and PROBIS, we pursue a clear objective: to make the sustainable transformation of real estate portfolios simpler, more efficient, and demonstrably successful.
Why an alliance?
The demands of ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) are increasing – driven by regulatory, economic, and societal pressures. At the same time, implementation remains sluggish: lack of data, vague strategies, fragmented tools, and limited resources are common obstacles. reliance addresses exactly these challenges by offering an integrated solution that supports asset and portfolio managers throughout the entire ESG journey – from initial analysis through to implementation and continuous optimisation, if required even as a managed service.
What does this mean in practice?
reliance provides a consistent, digitally enabled roadmap for the decarbonisation of real estate portfolios. Each partner contributes its own proven expertise – from intelligent data acquisition and AI-based operational optimisation to energy system planning and implementation support.
And MorgenGrün? We bring the future of energy design.
Our role within the alliance: next-generation energy design and engineering services in accordance with HOAI (German Fee Structure for Architects and Engineers) at the highest technical level. We turn ESG strategies into concrete, technically sound solutions – adapted to the specific site, compliant with all applicable standards, and economically viable. From concept to execution, we deliver the expertise required for bespoke, future-ready energy systems – for buildings and urban districts alike.
Who stands to benefit?
Anyone who views ESG not just as a regulatory obligation, but as an opportunity:
- Asset managers aiming to steer their portfolios towards climate neutrality,
- Property owners seeking to avoid depreciation due to poor ESG performance,
- Investors who see sustainability as a business case – not merely a cost driver.
And the benefit?
Quite simply: reduced complexity, increased impact. reliance relieves organisations of technical, strategic, and operational burdens – without compromising control or transparency. The ESG journey becomes predictable, scalable, and economically viable. Sustainability becomes a clear, actionable decision – not an open construction site.
What powers the ESG engine of reliance?
The process is modular and can be flexibly tailored to individual portfolios. Typical steps include:
- Data acquisition – automated, structured, and centralised,
- Building analysis – including benchmarking and prioritisation (e.g., identification of “worst performers”),
- Strategy development – based on reliable data and economic targets,
- Implementation of measures – from energy concept design to construction planning, in accordance with HOAI, supported by simulation and optimisation tools, as well as Building Information Modelling (BIM),
- Performance monitoring – through continuous operational analysis and optimisation (typically enabling up to 22% energy savings).
reliance approaches ESG as a collaborative, long-term effort
It is widely accepted that sustainability is no longer a “nice-to-have”. What matters is how it is implemented. reliance provides a platform that combines technological excellence with hands-on operational experience. For clients, this means fewer frictional losses, increased implementation strength – and a clearly structured strategy that reduces carbon emissions and protects long-term asset value.
And MorgenGrün is right at the heart of it.
Our expertise in energy-efficient building design, HOAI-compliant engineering, and innovative system approaches is a core component of the alliance. As part of reliance, we can integrate our services seamlessly into a broader context – enabling us to support our clients even more comprehensively on their journey towards climate-resilient real estate.
Rethinking the future – together.
reliance is more than just a technical cooperation. It is an invitation to understand ESG in a holistic way – and, most importantly, to move into action. If you’re curious about what this looks like in practice, we would be delighted to start a conversation with you.
