Built Environment
Net Zero Buildings Explored: Cambridge University’s Civil Engineering Building
February 23rd, 2024“Our Industry is Not Moving Fast Enough” – UK Green Building Council
February 20th, 2024Influx of Capital from Private Equity Powers Smart Building Tech Space
This Research Note examines recent private equity backing of companies in the building technology space, with a focus on commercial real estate. We reviewed this topic in January 2022 in the context of growth in hybrid workplace technology. Since then, PE investors have continued to support software and technology-focused companies across the sector. There are […]
Reviewing the 2024 Smart Building Overlay to RIBA’s Plan of Work
The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has created a Smart Building Overlay to the 2020 RIBA Plan of Work, which clearly defines the stages of development in building projects. This Smart Building Overlay acts as a resource for all built environment professionals, clients and end users, looking for guidance on how to incorporate smart […]
ABB Capital Markets Day 2023: Key Takeaways for Smart Buildings
ABB hosted its Capital Markets Day 2023 at ABB Electrification’s circuit breaker production facility in Frosinone, Italy on 30th November 2023. This Research Note focuses on the Swiss conglomerate’s perspective on its Smart Buildings division within the Electrification business. Key takeaways are highlighted across its digital offerings, energy efficiency solutions and M&A strategy. The Smart […]
How have Tech Job Losses Impacted the Smart Buildings Space? Part 2: Workplace Tech
In this Research Note, we examine trends in job losses in the smart buildings startup space. Part 1 of this series covering job losses in the Building IoT and digital twin platforms sector, can be found here. This Part 2 analysis is based on LinkedIn headcount reduction data over the past two years and our own compilation […]
#Podcast 24: Why Smart Buildings Should Embrace Threat Intelligence!
In our Podcast series “Sh*t You Wish Your Building Did!”, Memoori explores the intersection between technology and commercial real estate through interesting conversations. In Episode #24 of our Podcast, How should professionals responsible for the safety of commercial buildings think about threat intelligence and use it not just to keep people safe but improve operational efficiency? […]
Acuity Brands Intelligent Spaces Group & FY2023 Financials Examined
In this Research Note, we examine the development of Acuity Brands Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG) and its 2023 financial results, y/e 31st August 2023. Our analysis is based on their 4th October 2023 presentation, analyst call and announcements throughout the fiscal year. This article updates our previous analysis published last year. While lighting makes up […]
Clockworks Analytics Fault Detection and Diagnostics Business Examined
In this Research Note, we examine Clockworks Analytics, the US provider of building analytics software. This article covers the development and growth of the company, channel partnerships and funding rounds through to Series E in August 2023, supported by Schneider Electric, their long-standing strategic investor and partner. Formerly known as KGS Buildings, the company was […]
The Renewable Energy Management Startup Landscape
If our buildings were 100% powered by renewable energy then there would be no reason for energy efficiency, BUT achieving 100% renewable energy-powered buildings will be easier if those buildings are energy efficient. These are the two sides of the sustainability discussion around building operations but, more often than not, energy efficiency takes center stage […]