Webinar: How Top Asset Managers Are Using Data and AI to Manage Energy Use

Learn how to leverage AI-driven data to protect your NOI and portfolio valuation.

by Bree Brouwer

Introduction to Energy Management in Buildings

• Panelist Introductions
• Impact of Data Centers on Energy Demand
• Regulatory Mandates and Energy Usage
• Data Collection for Energy Management
• Using Data to Optimize Energy Usage
• Leveraging Data for Energy Efficiency
• Evaluating Impactful Upgrades
• Quantifying Investment Value in Sustainability
• Navigating Climate Risks and Insurance
• The Green Premium vs. Brown Discount
• Conclusion and Future Considerations

Hello, everyone, and welcome to today’s Propmodo webinar. My name is Franco. I will be moderating this. As always, I’m the editor and cofounder of Propmodo. And today, we’re gonna be talking a little bit about data and AI and how it’s being used to manage energy use in buildings.

Key Points Discussed

• Challenges in Energy Management: Incorporating building and property factors, changing energy prices, sustainability mandates, and climate shifts.
• Panelist Introductions:
  • Cass McFadden - Global Head of Sustainability for Cortland
  • Matt Houser - Director of Enterprise Sales at Omnidian
  • Tony Liou - President of Partner Energy
• Trends Impacting Energy Management:
  • Energy pricing trends and implications for building operations.
  • The role of data centers in driving energy demands.
  • Impact of regulatory changes on energy consumption.
• Data Collection in Energy Management:
  • Importance of detailed data analysis to optimize energy usage.
  • How to leverage data to drive efficiency and improve sustainability.

Discussion Highlights

• Panelists shared insights on the interplay between energy prices, energy sources, and regulatory requirements impacting real estate.
• Introspective discussion on using AI for operational efficiency and how firms can navigate these shifts effectively by integrating data.
• The importance of understanding metrics beyond just energy consumption -- including carbon metrics and operational efficiency.

Conclusion and Future Considerations

Understanding the complexities of energy management and usage data is crucial for real estate professionals to efficiently navigate regulatory landscapes and drive sustainability within their portfolios.