Sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors have become a strong focal point for real estate investors. Amidst transformative regulation and social values, these considerations have endowed real estate assets with meaningful, measurable long-term value and have become a…
Smart buildings and the race to net-zero
The race is on to meet the Paris Agreement’s 2050 net-zero deadline. Buildings are responsible for around 40% of global energy consumption and CO2 emissions. This makes them a firm target for change – and the subject of intensifying compliance…
Technology trends for workplace wellness in 2024
For many businesses, your workforce is your greatest resource. It’s important to take this a step further, however: a happy and healthy workforce is your greatest resource. Workplace wellbeing has been steadily growing in importance in recent years. The recognition…
How innovation could drive decarbonisation in the built environment
In the race for net zero, the built environment needs to be a primary target for change. The OECD says that global emissions from buildings and construction account for 40% of global carbon emissions (and up to 70% in big…
How IoT is digitally transforming the defence sector
As an area of national interest, the defence sector faces unique pressures to optimise their operations. As global military ops look to technology for modernisation, digital transformation is paramount to secure defence sector interests and take operations into the future.…
Putting energy into smart utility changes for marinas & leisure parks
When it comes to smarter, digitally transformed utilities, change is as good as a holiday for traditional systems. Billing inaccuracies – and the resources required to address and resolve issues – have untold costs for marinas and leisure parks. Digital…
How to alleviate network blackspots in water industry
Black spots in network coverage are a global problem that affects various industries, including the water utilities sector. These black spots refer to areas with limited or no access to reliable network connectivity, such as mobile and Internet services. The…
Navigating the UK’s aging population: the vital role of care sensors in the UK
As the UK’s population ages, the demand for comprehensive care solutions becomes increasingly urgent. The shift towards an older demographic, outlined in population projections from the Office for National Statistics, forecasts a 35% rise in the number of individuals aged…
Using smart technologies for safer and advanced healthcare facilities
By the nature of the industry, healthcare providers (in both the private and public sectors) have a heightened burden of care when it comes to the safety and functionality of their buildings. This takes place against a backdrop of budget…
The power of smart energy monitoring to reduce energy consumption and costs
What is the impact of power on profitability? The volatility of the energy market in recent years has made the simple act of powering enterprise a focal point on many businesses’ balance sheets. Global energy market trends make it reasonable…
