Sustainable Building

DBS Newton Green is one of Singapore’s first net zero buildings by a bank and a great example of the potential of retrofitting over rebuilding. In line with the bank’s net zero targets, the 30-year-old building was set for demolition before a bold retrofit was proposed and approved to reduce embodied carbon impact without compromising […]

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 #21 of our Podcast, we talk with Justin Kirby about retrofitting commercial buildings for energy efficiency. Why is there a lack of information and guidance on retrofitting commercial real estate? We […]

Last month, the European Parliament set out its new Green Claims Directive, which seeks to address the rampant problem of greenwashing across the continent. Greenwashing practices have become prevalent and the new directive hopes to solve that by proposing two new laws that address vague and misleading green claims by companies. The launch of the […]

How can Retailers Leverage the Power of Artificial Intelligence? The physical retail sector has always been a highly competitive environment, and successful retailers need to constantly evolve to meet the needs of consumers. Energy efficiency in physical retail stores directly links the growing trend in sustainability with the in-person customer experience. Join us for this […]

Mohawk College’s Joyce Centre for Partnership & Innovation in Hamilton, Ontario, is Canada’s largest net zero buildings energy institutional facility and was the first in the country to be awarded Zero Carbon Building – Design and Performance certification from the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC). Emerging from a collaboration between mcCallumSather and B+H Architects, the […]

Trane Technologies is a global provider of climate solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. The company specializes in heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), and refrigeration systems through its brands Trane, American Standard, and Thermo King. In this research note, we will examine Trane Technologies’ performance and key activities in the past year, based on […]

The GSA Wayne Aspinall Federal Building is a heritage building located in Grand Junction, Colorado, and stands as a testament to historical net zero conversions. The building was GSA’s first net-zero energy building on the National Register of Historic Places, achieved LEED Platinum, an AIA COTE Top 10 Award, and continues to be an example […]

In this Research Note, we examine the Buildings business of Schneider Electric, based on their 2022 Full Year Results, presentations and significant activities and strategy in the smart buildings space throughout 2022. Buildings are one of four end markets that Schneider Electric addresses with a complete portfolio of products, solutions and services. In its Q4 2022 […]