The “as-a-service” business model is still de rigueur in business and startup communities. Energy-Efficiency-as-a-Service (EEaaS) has the potential to lower barriers to entry, create new growth, and drive efficiency into commercial real estate. Energy-Efficiency-as-a-Service (EEaaS) primarily depends on energy performance contracting and associated funding mechanisms that enable energy improvements without upfront capital investments by paying for upgrades with future energy savings. The approach has seen success in the public sector, as demonstrated in education and healthcare verticals. Many firms are now focussing on private sector commercial buildings that have traditionally sought to self-finance smart upgrades. In this research note, we explore recent business activity from various segments of the market to consider long-term trends in EEaaS and its impact on the wider smart building market. Building Automation Majors in EEaaS Siemens, offers a wide range of energy services, in addition to a full portfolio of building and energy-related offerings. Its Energy Performance Contracting service allows […]