ESG Policy

At Murphy Mulhall we believe that even the smallest actions can lead to meaningful change.

As a niche commercial property firm, we fully embrace our responsibility to contribute positively to society and the environment, while building a strong and sustainable foundation for future growth.

By 2030, our aim is to be carbon negative in our operations.

While this is a bold goal, we have devised a pathway to get there, all building upon small, manageable steps.

Our ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Policy is outlined as follows.

Environment:

As a niche Irish commercial property firm, Murphy Mulhall takes a practical and detail-oriented approach to environmental sustainability. We recognise that meaningful change often begins with small, deliberate actions. After careful reflection on where we could make the most significant impact, we identified four key areas to focus our efforts on:

Travel:

Our team is committed to reducing travel-related emissions wherever possible. While site visits across the country are an essential part of our work, we seek lower-impact alternatives where possible. We encourage walking and the use of public transport for local travel within the city, promoting healthier and more sustainable commuting options. We also participate in the Bike to Work Scheme. For international travel, we take responsibility for our environmental footprint by offsetting carbon emissions.

Use Less:

We believe that small, consistent changes can lead to meaningful environmental impact. Across all aspects of our operations — whether it’s electricity, paper, or fuel — we have identified opportunities to reduce consumption. Murphy Mulhall is transitioning towards becoming a paperless business, with all packaging and paper materials recycled. We have also implemented measures to reduce electricity and gas usage, and we continue to explore efficiencies across every area of the business.

Biodiversity:

We are lucky and proud that our offices have both front and rear gardens. We invest in these areas to encourage biodiversity in our city centre location. Recognising the importance of supporting native ecosystems, we have developed a dedicated pollinator plan for both gardens aimed at protecting Ireland’s native bee species from extinction. Murphy Mulhall is an active participant in the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan for Business. Our pollinator team includes family members who carry out key activities to support this scheme.

Social:

Being a socially conscious organisation is deeply embedded in our culture. While this has long been a part of our ethos, we continuously seek opportunities to reflect, evolve, and improve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives are valued.

Murphy Mulhall is proud to be a fair and open opportunity employer. We believe that diversity drives innovation and resilience, and we actively strive for a 50/50 gender balance within our team.

In addition to our day-to-day operations, Murphy Mulhall maintains a strong local presence and is proud to support a wide range of community initiatives that are close to our team and their communities.

Our community engagement includes:

• Transition Year Programmes – Offering students the opportunity to work alongside our team and gain insight into the Irish property market.
• Sponsorship of Stars of Erin Minor Ladies GAA Team – James Mulhall has proudly coached this local team for over 15 years.
• Sponsorship of Training Tops for Naas Ladies Football Team – Supported by Robert Murphy, reflecting our commitment to local sports.
• Annual Dublin Mountain Community Corporate Golf Challenge – Organised by James Mulhall for over a decade, raising valuable funds for a local community centre.
• Annual Supporter of An Cosán’s International Women’s Day Lunch – Helping to transform lives through access to education, leadership, and enterprise opportunities.
• Annual Supporter of Property Picnic – A fundraising event for Cancer Trials Ireland, organised by the Irish property industry.
• Annual Supporter of Property Race Day Ireland – Contributing to over €1 million raised annually for children’s charities.
• Support for Irish Charities – Including Barretstown, Concern, the Irish Cancer Society, the Irish Hospice Foundation, LauraLynn and the SVP.
• Pro-bono Property Advice – Provided to various charities as part of our commitment to giving back.

Governance:

Our guiding principle is simple — do the right thing, every time.

Operating within a highly regulated industry, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of governance to protect all stakeholders—both within and outside our organisation.

We adhere to rigorous compliance protocols as required by the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), under whose regulations we operate. Additionally, we are proud partners of the Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR), whose codes of ethics and professional standards ensure that all members act with integrity, transparency, and efficiency.

Our internal risk management framework includes:

• GDPR compliance in all data processing activities
• Robust IT governance through our IT specialists
• A flat management structure that promotes equality, collaboration, and open communication
• Licensing and accreditation for all practitioners, ensuring each team member holds the appropriate qualifications and licences required

Murphy Mulhall is governed by a Board of Directors, responsible for strategic direction, investment decisions, recruitment, and any matters that may impact our people or operations. This structure ensures that governance is not only a regulatory requirement but a core part of how we do business.

Murphy Mulhall is committed to leading by example — doing the right thing, every time.