With the publication of its fourth sustainability report, Alides reaffirms its commitment to transparent, measurable and action-oriented ESG reporting. In a year shaped by uncertainty – geopolitical tensions, shifting market dynamics and an evolving regulatory landscape – Alides deliberately chose focus, consolidation and depth. Not broad promises, but concrete results.
Real Estate Upcycling as strategic compass
Real Estate Upcycling remains the defining thread of Alides’ sustainability strategy. Today, 30% of the development pipeline consists of upcycling projects, and the ambition is clear – to grow that share further. By redeveloping existing real estate while maximising structural retention and minimising carbon impact, Alides combines ecological value with economic logic.
A concrete example is Montoyer 34, Alides’ most ambitious upcycling project to date. It brings together innovative techniques, material reuse and a considered approach to embodied carbon – raising the bar for future projects.
Resilience built on three pillars
CEO Rikkert Leeman describes 2025 as a year in which resilience was no longer optional. Alides built that resilience around three clear pillars: a hybrid model that combines investment expertise with development capabilities, geographic diversification across Belgium and Poland, and a pragmatic yet ambitious approach to sustainability.
“Resilience is no longer optional, it is essential. The foundations we have reinforced in 2025 give us the confidence to capture opportunities as market conditions gradually evolve.” – Rikkert Leeman, CEO of Alides
ESG embedded across the organisation
At Alides, sustainability is not confined to one team or department. Employees follow training programmes, set personal ESG objectives and actively bring their expertise to bear on investment decisions. The sustainability working group, drawing on representatives from all departments, monitors progress and translates external knowledge into internal practice.
“Montoyer 34 marks an important step in our sustainability journey. While not our first upcycling project, it is our most ambitious to date in terms of innovation. We are proud to carry the knowledge and momentum gained into future projects.” – Kelly Moerman, Sustainability Manager at Alides
Voluntary reporting as a deliberate choice
Based on the revised CSRD thresholds Alides falls outside the mandatory reporting scope. Nevertheless, the company explicitly opts for voluntary VSME-based reporting, including a double materiality analysis and clear KPIs. Transparency is not a legal obligation for Alides – it is a strategic choice.
Read the full Alides Sustainability Report 2025 via this link.
