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Europe is setting the stage for a greener future, and you can’t afford to sit on the sidelines. With the latest updates to the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), the European Union is demanding a bold transformation in building energy efficiency. These changes aren’t just regulatory – they’re a roadmap to greater sustainability, lower costs, and increased property value. Ready to turn compliance into a competitive advantage? Here’s everything you need to know about the EPBD and how to act now.

Efficient building management is essential for increasing asset value and meeting sustainability goals. We explore how to simplify data collection, monitor key metrics such as energy use and air quality, and proactively address performance issues. By adopting a data-driven, full-service approach, you can optimize operations, increase tenant satisfaction, and boost long-term building value.

Discover the full story of Healthy Workers. Find out how Guus and Jonatan are tackling climate change by making buildings sustainable and improving property value. From optimizing indoor environments to shifting their focus towards investors, Healthy Workers is leading the way in transforming real estate. Read on to learn how they’re turning challenges into opportunities and setting ambitious goals for the future.

If you want to reap the benefits of future-proof real estate, you should start the sustainability process as soon as possible. Not only will tenants and users benefit from this, but it is also attractive for investors. In addition, the law is increasingly strict on large polluters - mainly buildings. But where do you start? Making your building performance tangible starts with energy management. The choice of systems is broad, but one differs from the other. We'll explain it to you more to help you decide.

The CSRD, soon to be implemented as part of the European Green Deal and the agenda for sustainable finance will tighten the scrutiny on sustainable business practices. It goes beyond what has been done previously, encompassing green energy, triple glazing, and good air quality. The CSRD guidelines require organizations to be transparent about their full impact on people and the planet. Therefore, the new policy demands clear and comprehensive reporting.

We now know that heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) are the largest energy consumers in commercial buildings. To reduce emissions, it’s important to address it, and balance is key. We can’t simply reduce everything to zero. Workspaces must also remain healthy and comfortable. Thanks to research on how to combine the best of both worlds, we created a state-of-the-art algorithm. Find out what that means.

Imagine you work in a building whose systems are entirely AI-controlled. Software knows the current energy tariff and determines the most efficient setup every ten minutes to achieve the desired indoor climate performance. This ensures a continuous balance between costs, comfort, and sustainability. Curious how this is possible? Looking at historical building performance and considering weather, system statuses, light intensity, and current office occupancy. Read on to discover how we use AI at Healthy Workers to conquer the Netherlands.

The greatest challenge in combating climate change is achieving energy-neutral real estate by 2050, which is closer than it seems. The sector accounts for 40% of total CO2 emissions. Healthy Workers is committed to reducing that number. Making our systems smarter, faster, and stronger requires time and money. That's where the Just Transition Fund helps, guiding us in the right direction. Since we’re not alone in pursuing energy transition, we’re proud to receive this subsidy.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been around for decades, but it's only recently become a key part of our daily lives. While its full impact is still unfolding, AI is quickly advancing, even in real estate. As the industry seeks sustainability, we're driving progress and eager to share our efforts. In our upcoming articles, we'll give you a behind-the-scenes look at AI developments in real estate.