Energy Efficiency

This Research Note examines learnd SE, a Luxembourg public company, which announced on 24th September 2025, that the founders have taken a majority stake and are to take the company private. We explore the transaction details, learnd’s history and buy and build strategy followed by the implications of the organizational change and a Memoori view. […]

This Research Note examines the acquisitions and divestments that Trane Technologies has completed over the last 11 years in the smart buildings space.  We have classified these transactions by technology, business model and strategic rationale. This article is intended as a non-exhaustive indicator of Trane’s strategic direction, updating our September 2022 analysis. Acquisition Mapping of […]

In this Research Note, we examine EMCOR, one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the United States and its building services business, which accounts for 24% of the group’s 2024 revenues of $14.6 billion.  Based on their 2024 Annual Report and Corporate Overview Presentation, this analysis covers the Building Services financial highlights for […]

Last week’s live stream provided a comprehensive analysis of the smart building startup ecosystem, focusing on investment trends, acquisition activity, and market dynamics for the first half of 2025. The session covered key data insights, market consolidation patterns, and strategic considerations for companies operating in the commercial building technology space. In this research note, you […]

This Research Note examines Equans, a €19.2 billion business unit of Bouyges group, which offers a wide range of multi-technical services that contribute to increasing the overall performance of buildings.  We review their building services portfolio and 2024 revenues before highlighting Equans Digital activities in the smart buildings space. This article updates our previous coverage of […]

This Research Note examines Zumtobel, an Austrian listed lighting group active worldwide, highlighting its latest financial results as of 30th April 2025, published on 24th July. This updates our research note from last year. We also explore the Smart Building Solutions new business area, partnerships, and a European Investment Bank loan for research and development. […]

This Research Note examines the recent Legence Corp. filing at the US SEC for an Initial Public Offering.  We highlight the transaction details, profile the business segments offering engineering, installation and maintenance services and sustainability consulting, and explore the financial highlights of the $2.1 billion revenue company. Transaction Details Blackstone is exploring a potential sale […]