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Siemens Smart Infrastructure Capital Market Event: Key Takeaways for Smart Buildings
This Research Note reviews in detail Siemens Smart Infrastructure (SI) and the Buildings business presented at the Smart Infrastructure Capital Market Event in Zug, Switzerland on 12th December 2024. This event featured presentations and Q&A from the SI CEO, CFO and the Heads of the 3 business areas, including Susanne Seitz, the newly appointed CEO […]
The Top 5 Smart Building Acquisitions & Investments of 2024!
In this research note, we have compiled lists of the top 5 Acquisitions AND the top 5 Investments completed in the smart building industry in 2024. There has been significant deal activity throughout 2024, with acquisitions and investment across all aspects of the operation and maintenance phases of the building lifecycle. High-value acquisitions were dominated […]
Beyond Backup: Battery Storage as a Strategic Asset for Commercial Real Estate
The evolution of battery storage in commercial buildings represents one of the most significant shifts in building energy management of the past decade. Once viewed simply as backup power systems, today’s battery energy storage systems (BESS) are sophisticated assets that enable buildings to participate actively in energy markets while enhancing resilience and sustainability. Our new […]
From Cost Center to Revenue Generator: The Evolution of Grid-Interactive Buildings
The traditional view of commercial buildings as mere energy consumers is undergoing a dramatic transformation. Grid-interactive buildings are emerging as dynamic assets capable of generating multiple revenue streams while delivering substantial operational savings. This evolution represents a fundamental shift in how property owners and managers approach building energy management, with grid-interactive buildings leading the charge […]
#Podcast 35: Why are Smart Homes so Dumb?
In this podcast episode, we dive deep into the current state of smart homes technology with Consumer Reports journalist Daniel Wroclawski, who brings 10 years of experience covering the smart home industry. Dan shares candid insights about why our homes aren’t as smart as we’d expect in 2024 despite rapid advances in other tech sectors. […]
Meet The ‘Cool’ Kids Heating Up AI HVAC Optimization
A new wave of technology companies is transforming how commercial buildings manage their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. These startups are applying artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to tackle the complexities of HVAC optimization, moving beyond traditional control methods to achieve significant energy savings. According to Memoori’s research report, “Energy Management Software for […]
How AI Transforms Grid-Interactive Buildings Management
Grid-Interactive Buildings are the inevitable next step in the evolution of energy management for commercial real estate. As urbanization accelerates and energy demands grow, the goal of optimizing energy use now extends beyond cost savings. Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings (GEBs) integration plays a critical role in helping commercial buildings achieve sustainability, improve resource efficiency, and comply […]
EV Charging is Coming to Commercial Buildings: Are you Ready?
Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption is occurring at a much faster rate than previously anticipated, according to December 2023 research by Jung et al, who estimate battery EV fleet sizes are doubling approximately every 15 months. This growth trajectory means that the majority of passenger vehicles in developed markets could be electric by 2031, demanding rapid […]
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