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  • Amazon’s Global Real Estate Leader John Schoettler Retires After 23 Years and 65 Million Sq. Ft. Expansion

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  John Schoettler, Amazon’s VP of Global Real Estate & Facilities, will retire at the end of 2024 after 23 years. He played a key role in expanding Amazon’s office space from 1 million to 65 million square feet across 60+ countries. Schoettler’s leadership included navigating the company through significant growth, p…

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  • California’s New Building Code Pushes for Heat Pumps in Commercial Buildings, but Falls Short for Homes

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  California’s updated energy code, effective January 2026, promotes the use of electric heat pumps in new commercial and residential buildings, aiming to reduce carbon emissions. However, the code omits incentives for homeowners to replace broken air conditioners with heat pumps, a missed opportunity for existing homes….

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  • Flexible, High-End Offices: Redefining Workspaces Post-Pandemic

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  The demand for high-quality, flexible office spaces is reshaping the post-pandemic workplace. Developers are focusing on creating sustainable, amenity-rich environments to attract tenants and employees. Companies like Derwent and KPF are leading this shift with flexible, lifestyle-driven workspaces designed to meet mod…

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  • Greystar Expands into Infrastructure Investment with Focus on Green Energy and Digitalization

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Greystar, one of the world’s largest rental housing companies, is diversifying into infrastructure investment, targeting sectors like renewable energy, transportation, and digital infrastructure. The strategy, led by Michael Hoverman, aims to integrate investments in areas such as hydrogen power, EV charging stations, …

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  • Smarter AC Systems Could Help Relieve Grid Pressure

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Startups like Parity are optimizing HVAC systems in large buildings to reduce energy use and shift demand during peak times. By automating energy adjustments, Parity helps buildings cut energy consumption by up to 30% and reduces grid strain during heatwaves, benefiting utilities and building owners alike. This technol…

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  • AI-Driven Data Center Emissions Expected to Triple by 2030: Morgan Stanley Report

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Morgan Stanley projects U.S. data center carbon emissions will triple by 2030, driven by AI advancements. The report forecasts 2.5 billion metric tons of emissions annually, with 60% linked to energy use and the rest from construction and materials. AI is fueling rapid data center expansion, contributing to a jump in carbo…

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  • AI, Electrification Trends Set to Spike U.S. Electricity Demand

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  A new report from consulting firm ICF forecasts a sharp rise in U.S. electricity demand due to artificial intelligence growth, building electrification, and electric vehicle adoption. By 2045, demand is expected to increase by 13%, with a potential 19% rise in electricity costs by 2028. The mid-Atlantic region, driven by data …

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  • Microsoft and BlackRock Aim to Raise $100 Billion for AI Data Centers

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Microsoft and BlackRock have formed the Global Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Investment Partnership (GAIIP) to raise up to $100 billion for AI-focused data centers and power infrastructure. The initial target is $30 billion, with potential growth through debt financing. This partnership includes Global Infrastructure Part…

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  • Cherre Raises $30M Series C to Expand Real Estate Data Platform

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Cherre, a leading real estate data management platform, has secured $30 million in a Series C funding round led by HighSage Ventures, alongside Nuveen Real Estate, RXR, and TA Realty. This capital infusion will fuel Cherre’s continued growth, enhancing its data intelligence tools and services for real estate organizations. The funding…

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  • CREtech New York 2024 Announces Recruitment Center in Collaboration with LMRE

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    New York City, NY – September 13, 2024 – CREtech New York, the leading real estate innovation conference in the United States, is proud to announce the return of the Recruitment Center at its 2024 event, taking place at the Javits Center on November 13-14. Following the success of its inaugural launch in London, the Recruitment Center, hosted in collaboration with LMRE, a global leader in Real Estate Tech & Innovation talent management, will once again provide an exclusive opportunity for bo…

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