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Jim Landau
Head of Environmental, Social & Governance at MetLife Investment Management
Jim Landau is a Commissioner at the DC Commission on Climate Change and Resilience, a position he has held since January 2023.2 He is an experienced professional in the field of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) matters, with a focus on real estate and finance.
Professional Background
Jim Landau currently serves as the Head of Environmental, Social & Governance for MetLife Investment Management's (MIM) Real Estate Equity, Debt and Agricultural Finance Groups.12 He joined MetLife Investment Management in 2014, initially as the Director of Asset Management for the Washington D.C. Region before taking on his current role in October 2020.2
Key Responsibilities
In his role at MetLife Investment Management, Jim:
- Chairs MIM's ESG Advisory Committee
- Oversees programs such as MetZero, which aims to achieve carbon neutrality in several investment funds
- Manages initiatives including on-site renewable installations and energy procurement
- Assesses the impact of climate change and resiliency for new equity and debt investments
- Reports to investors, partners, and organizations such as EPA, DOE, ULI, and GRESB1
Experience and Expertise
Jim Landau has over 15 years of Asset Management experience, having worked with both MetLife Investment Management and Bentall Kennedy.1 His property experience spans several asset classes, including extensive work with existing properties and new development projects.1
Education and Certifications
- Holds a B.S. from Boston University
- LEED AP certified by the USGBC
- Previously held MAI (Member of the Appraisal Institute) certification2
Additional Roles
Besides his primary position, Jim is also:
- A Board Member of NAIOP DC|MD since 2018
- A member of the Sustainable Development Committee
- Recognized as Member of the Year by NAIOP DC|MD in 20142
Jim Landau's extensive experience in real estate, asset management, and ESG initiatives makes him well-suited for his role as a Commissioner on the DC Commission on Climate Change and Resilience, where he contributes to assessing and advising on the District's actions to mitigate and adapt to climate change.2
