- It feels very good with the recruitment of Ali. I am convinced that he will, among other things, contribute with his experience of proactively working for strong and positive customer relationships. Ali also has extensive experience and wise thoughts about collaborating with management, development, leasing and operations, which will help us as we now deepen the collaboration between our line units," says Caroline Arehult, CEO of Akademiska Hus.
Akademiska Hus has high climate goals and will be climate neutral throughout the value chain by 2035. To achieve this goal, the company is working for a more efficient use of the existing property portfolio and does not see new construction as a first choice. As part of Akademiska Hus' sustainability work, the company is increasing its focus on circular processes, including through the reuse of materials with a high climate impact. In cases where Akademiska Hus builds a new building, the company requires them to obtain a Green Building Certificate according to level Gold and all major renovation projects must be certified according to level Silver.
- It is with great pleasure and anticipation that I take on this exciting role. With its size and role in society, Akademiska Hus has a great responsibility to take the lead and show the way to climate-smart construction and management. It is a journey that has already begun with a clear and distinct vision, and I am convinced that Akademiska Hus will achieve this goal with all the fine collective expertise that exists in the company," says Ali Ranji.
With a property value of SEK 118 billion, Akademiska Hus is one of the country's largest real estate companies, which, together with universities and colleges, works to strengthen Sweden as a knowledge nation by building, developing and managing sustainable environments for education. research and innovation. The company is owned by the state and around 320,000 people study, research and work in buildings managed by Akademiska Hus.
Ali Ranji will take up his position on 1 November 2022.
