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From trenches to boardrooms: how data loses its meaning on the way up
There is a story from the First World War about communication across trenches. An order was passed ...

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Carbon offsets were never the answer: they were a delay tactic
Carbon offsets have always been sold as a solution. We have never believed they were one. The premi...

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Energy price volatility is now a financial risk
EU wholesale electricity prices averaged roughly USD 90/MWh in the first half of 2025, about 30% hi...

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Why energy data quality matters more than volume
The biggest problem with energy and carbon data isn’t that it’s missing. It’s what we think is reli...

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Energy security has become a business continuity risk
In March 2025, a transformer failure at Heathrow Airport's North Hyde substation shut down one ...

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When the grid says no: why energy capacity is becoming a business risk
Electricity demand is rising faster than supply. Networks are struggling to cope, and for many orga...

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The power of perspective: how understanding Energy Use Intensity can transform your building’s performance
You wouldn’t drive a car without watching the rev counter. Not because it tells you how far you’ve ...

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Why decarbonisation strategy fails without energy insight
A recent Masterclass with OPNBuildings, HaysMac and Crystal Associates explored why many sustainabi...

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How you can get big results with little data
Ever used or heard of Shazam? When you hear a song you like and get curious about the title, Shazam...

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When too much building performance data stops you seeing what matters
We’ve all heard variations of the expression: “Too close to the wood to see the trees”. It’s where ...

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How the data carbon footprint is rising in smart buildings
Did you know an average email can produce about 5 to 10 grams of CO2 emissions? Strange to think of...

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Why ESG factors in real estate now drive investment decisions
The Emerging Trends Europe survey showed that 9 in 10 commercial property investors believe running...

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Why building performance insights drive sustainability results
The genius of a car dashboard lies in its simplicity. Despite the ever-increasing complexity of tec...

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How performance monitoring KPIs influence the net-zero targets and financial viability of our buildings
Even before investing in renewables or upgrades, you want to make sure your building uses its energ...

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