Franco Faraudo

Schneider Electric transformed its Paris headquarters, Le Hive, into a living testbed for energy efficiency. By installing 3,500 sensors and smart systems, they cut energy use by 50%, carbon emissions by 44%, and costs by 38%. The upgrades paid for themselves in five years, proving sustainable retrofits work.

The Federal Reserve aims to hold rates steady, but Trump’s push for cuts could politicize monetary policy, risking market stability. This tension may impact commercial real estate, with borrowing and asset pricing uncertainty looming ahead.

AI is changing how we work, making tasks easier and offices smarter. Workplaces must adapt by using AI, supporting teamwork, and creating better spaces for people. Landlords can help by sharing data and insights. The future office will blend AI and human work for better productivity.

The Federal Reserve aims to hold rates steady, but Trump’s push for cuts could politicize monetary policy, risking market stability. This tension may impact commercial real estate, with borrowing and asset pricing uncertainty looming ahead.

The Federal Reserve aims to hold rates steady, but Trump’s push for cuts could politicize monetary policy, risking market stability. This tension may impact commercial real estate, with borrowing and asset pricing uncertainty looming ahead.

Decoding Real Estate by Propmodo unpacks the latest commercial real estate data and trends with top executives, academics, and authors. Each episode delivers expert insights on market shifts, technology, and investment strategies, equipping industry leaders with the knowledge to navigate disruption and seize new opportunities.

The office market is at a crossroads. While some cities have rebounded, others still struggle with vacancies. Michael Mandel, CEO of CompStak, breaks down key leasing trends, office valuations, and the flight to quality. Is a full recovery on the horizon, or has office demand changed forever?

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is cutting federal sustainability funding, but real estate leaders remain committed to green building. Despite policy rollbacks, energy efficiency remains a smart investment, driven by cost savings, market demand, and advancing technology in AI, microgrids, and EV energy storage.

Commercial real estate operators are embracing AI to streamline property operations management, automate tasks, and enhance tenant satisfaction. Platforms like Visitt use AI to identify maintenance issues, detect patterns, and improve efficiency—empowering property teams while keeping managers in control of critical decisions.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is cutting federal sustainability funding, but real estate leaders remain committed to green building. Despite policy rollbacks, energy efficiency remains a smart investment, driven by cost savings, market demand, and advancing technology in AI, microgrids, and EV energy storage.