In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Mike Kazmierczak, Vice President of the Decarbonization Office at Schneider Electric, to unravel the complexities of achieving sustainability and decarbonization goals in the built environment. Mike shares insights into his personal commitment to sustainability and dives into Schneider Electric's unique position as an "Impact company."Retrofitting buildings has a pivotal role in the journey towards decarbonization. Mike sheds light on the evidence supporting the benefits and payback of retrofitting, providing a compelling case for organizations to embrace this transformative approach.Schneider Electric's visionary approach to bridging the gap between ambition and action offers a roadmap for organizations to navigate the sustainable transformation of their buildings.Discover more: www.se.com/decarbonize

Martin Powell, Axa's Group Sustainability Director and editor of "The Climate City" book, delves into groundbreaking solutions for urban resilience amid climate change. Discover the pivotal role of technology in emission reduction and the far-reaching impact of our choices on the planet and infrastructure. Explore AXA's unwavering commitment to reduce its carbon footprint and the path to achieving ambitious goals through constant innovation. Gain insight into the consequences of a 4-degree temperature rise, the imperative for real estate to address broader issues like flooding and sewage, and the contrasting approaches of EU and US governments and private sectors in green deal collaborations. Join us for a deep dive into sustainable urban living and the path forward.Discover more: https://www.axa.com/

Anja Kristina Köhler, Head of Sustainability at EDGE unveils the deep-rooted sustainability ethos driving EDGE's real estate development background, with the company's powerful mantra, "The world needs better buildings," and how it shapes their every endeavour. Anja, delves into the galvanizing processes employed by EDGE to ensure the delivery of high standards across their projects, unpacking the challenges faced in different geographical contexts, diverse social standards and community considerations. Discover more: https://edge.tech/

Stonly Blue, Managing Partner & Co-Founder at Third Sphere characterizes the core philosophy of Third Sphere, which focuses on supporting founders who transform theory into action going beyond altruism and embracing nuanced thinking to bring their amazing solutions into the world. Stonly delves into the influencing factors, that shape Third Sphere's investment decisions of why, what, and who whilst also challenging the narrative that hardware is hard, demonstrating that it doesn't have to be a barrier to success. Advice is provided on how technology companies can best grow and scale in the built environment. Discover more: https://thirdsphere.com/

Join Anneli Tostar, CEO & Co-Founder, and Nicole Granath, Co-Founder of Tangible, as they discuss their professional journeys and why sustainability matters to them. Explore the vision behind the inception of the Tangible platform and how it addresses marketplace challenges. Their recent successful fundraising journey provides valuable lessons for fellow founders; OWN YOUR POWER. As we all know the built world contributes to 40% of global carbon emissions, we'll also delve into how the industry can embrace better ESG practices, especially in the context of the supply chain crisis, for a more sustainable future. Keep an eye on Tangible in the coming years as they continue to make a meaningful impact.Discover more: https://tangiblematerials.com/

Join us in this episode as we delve into the world of sustainable and tech-driven investments with Micah Kotch, Partner at Blackhorn Ventures. We'll explore their investment thesis and strategy, focusing on the future of climate technology and the evolution of sustainable investments. Discover the pivotal role of green startups in the real estate industry and gain insights from Micah, a seasoned expert, about the influential power of venture capital in propelling sustainable innovation. Tune in for why the real estate sector can act as a catalyst for positive change. Discover more: https://blackhornvc.com/

Michael Daschle, Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Brookfield Properties delves into the unique commitments and strategies of Brookfield Asset Management towards achieving net-zero carbon, uncovering the rationale behind their approach, how it translates into a sustainable return on investment and the innovative solutions deployed. Also highlighted is the pivotal role of tenant demand and satisfaction encompassing the crucial factors influencing decision-making.Discover more: https://www.brookfieldproperties.com/en.html

Helen Chartier, Director of Urban Planning and Design of C40 discusses C40 cities collaboration between the largest cities, improving and accelerating their climate policies and action plans. There is an agreement on the emission of cities from buildings including transport and imported impacts, they know what they need to do but the key is how do we accelerate action and make it viable from an inclusion and political perspective? Discover more: https://www.c40.org/about-c40/

In this podcast episode, Joe Sumberg, Managing Partner at Galvanize Climate Solutions, delves into the company's sustainability mission and investment strategies. He highlights the role of real estate in decarbonization and introduces the innovative GOLD tool for identifying eco-friendly investment opportunities. Sumberg also offers insights on fostering sustainability in the real estate industry and mobilizing it for urgent change, given its significant carbon footprint. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in sustainable real estate investment and its pivotal role in combating climate change.Discover more: https://galvanizeclimate.com/

Lauren Moss, Senior Vice President, Chief Sustainability Officer at Vornado Realty Trust highlights the visionary approach behind Vornado's ESG strategy, expanding upon key elements that drive their sustainable initiatives for carbon neutrality, waste diversion, water reduction, and the pivotal role of tenant engagement. Lauren unwraps Vornados’ Vision 2030 commitment to carbon neutrality with two pivotal topics: the collaborative journey between landlords and tenants in reducing emissions, and the optimization of energy consumption. Discover more: https://www.vno.com/