The Green Cities Company

The Green Cities Company is a real estate investment firm specializing in sustainable and community-oriented developments across the United States. With a focus on multifamily and mixed-use assets, the firm employs a vertically integrated approach, encompassing design, development, asset management, and property management to enhance tenant retention and drive investment value. Their commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles is central to their investment strategy, aiming to positively impact communities and the environment.

Established in 2009 as Gerding Edlen Investment Management, the firm rebranded to The Green Cities Company in 2021 to reflect its growing commitment to sustainability. The managing partners—Molly Bordonaro, Kelly Saito, Brent Gaulke, and Patrick Wilde—have led the firm since its inception, overseeing a diverse portfolio of assets across select U.S. markets. Their leadership emphasizes a culture of continuous innovation, institutional rigor, and a focus on sustainability.

The firm's proprietary Green Cities Index evaluates the environmental impact, resiliency, climate change mitigation characteristics, diversity and inclusivity, as well as health and wellbeing benefits of each asset. This framework guides their investment decisions, ensuring that each property aligns with their mission to create value through sustainable and socially responsible real estate investments.