Helena Palomo

Developing a facility management strategy: key components for success

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, where 70% of operational costs are tied to facility management, developing a solid facility management strategy is not just beneficial—it’s essential. Facility management (FM) goes beyond overseeing physical buildings; it enhances the efficiency and longevity of an organization’s assets while ensuring a safe, productive working environment for all. But … Read more

Building Better: Retrofitting for Enhanced Workplace Experience and Sustainability

by Helena Palomo

A retrofit program offers the opportunity for property owners & developers to extend beyond the realms of sustainability and energy efficiency. Adopting a holistic retrofit vision that incorporates measures to improve employee well-being and enhanced user experience into retrofits can create unique value and differentiation opportunities. In this article we’ll delve deep into: Retrofitting for … Read more

Adapting to Change: How the Evolving CRE Environment Encourages Retrofit Investments

by Helena Palomo

The CRE landscape has shifted, making investments more challenging. With changing work dynamics and declining demand for office space, many properties risk becoming obsolete. This transformation has led to intense competition, creating a buyer’s market and favoring high-quality spaces. Developers face tough decisions amid uncertainties, including shifts in demand and macroeconomic factors like inflation and … Read more

Sustainability in Commercial Real Estate: the Role of Retrofitting [Guide]

by Helena Palomo

The commercial real estate sector is experiencing significant pressure to update its assets due to various challenges such as regulatory demands for environmental improvement and changes in work patterns. This includes the balance with home and office working, better use of existing spaces or even the reduced demand for space. Tenant expectations are rising, emphasizing … Read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Sustainable Retrofits in Commercial Real Estate

by Helena Palomo

A guide tot sustainable retrofits in Comercial Real Estate

The commercial real estate sector faces increasing pressure to upgrade outdated assets due to regulatory demands for improved environmental performance and shifts in work patterns reducing space demand. Elevated tenant expectations further necessitate properties supporting wellness, flexibility, and collaboration. These factors create a need for strategic sustainable retrofits in Commercial Real Estate to reduce the … Read more

Reducing Energy Consumption in Retail Branches: The Case of Woodie’s

by Helena Palomo

Reduction of Energy Consumption in Retail

At a time of escalating environmental concerns and rapidly changing consumer preferences, business owners around the world are being forced to re-evaluate their practices and adopt sustainable approaches to reduce energy consumption in retail. Among them, the retail sector has become a focal point for energy management and conservation efforts. This article focuses on the … Read more

Spacewell Energy Partner Spotlight : Socomec (France)

by Helena Palomo

Spacewell Energy Partner Spotlight is back! Today we would like to highlight our partner Socomec, a French manufacturer of electrical equipment specialising in the energy performance of low-voltage electrical networks. The Socomec group celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2022 and is now operating worldwide through its 28 subsidiaries. Socomec is a recognised specialist in the field of electrical energy measurement and metering.

We invite you to read on to discover how Socomec supports its customers in their energy performance while integrating energy efficiency into its infrastructure, through its Energy+ project.

Energy Efficiency in Supermarkets: How Superspar Despatch Cut Energy Costs by 24%

by Helena Palomo

In the world of retail, energy consumption is both a cost and sustainability challenge—especially for supermarkets. These stores operate long hours, rely on energy-intensive systems like refrigeration and HVAC, and manage perishable goods that demand a tightly controlled environment. One standout example of energy transformation in retail comes from SUPERSPAR Despatch, a 2,000 m² store … Read more

Why use Dashboards to Implement your Energy Efficiency Plan

by Helena Palomo

Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted to take steps to improve your energy consumption but didn’t know where to start? Maybe you have already heard of Energy Dashboards?

Today, we would like to introduce you to this advanced energy reporting and advanced analytics tool that can provide you with precious information about your energy consumption, in a form that you can understand it easily and use it as a basis for taking relevant and clear action toward greater energy efficiency.

Energy dashboards are a great type of support at every level of a company. Indeed, they will benefit engineers, analysts, energy managers and employees in their effort to improve energy efficiency and meet benchmarking mandates.

Keep on reading if you are interested in learning more about this fantastic advanced analytical tool and how your company can benefit from its use.

Radisson Blu: Achieving Energy Efficiency in Hotels

by Helena Palomo

The Radisson Hotel at East Midlands Airport is a 218 bedroom hotel featuring extensive conference facilities, swimming pool and leisure facilities. Built to BREEAM standards, it’s considered one of the greenest hotels in the UK. It earned the “eco-hotel” label due to sustainable construction and other green practices. Energy efficiency was part of the design and … Read more

Energy Management in Manufacturing: GAMO Outdoors

by Helena Palomo

Industrial plants generally have high energy bills, as they require a lot of resources. However, with high energy consumption comes the opportunity to achieve savings with smart energy management in manufacturing. As an European leader in airgun manufacturing, GAMO’s objective was to reduce energy expenditure. The strategy included implementing an organization-wide energy management system, establishing … Read more