Whitepaper “Sustainable building concepts”
Modern buildings are far more than just static shells. The new white paper from Drees & Sommer and Siemens Switzerland shows how intelligent building automation optimizes the life cycle of properties, meets legal and ESG requirements and meets the highest standards of comfort, efficiency and sustainability.
The authors of the white paper are calling for a paradigm shift. Planning, building and operating should be understood as a coherent, holistic process. Buildings are seen as dynamic systems that serve people, the environment and the economy in equal measure. Even in the early planning phase, a forward-looking automation strategy creates the basis for energy-efficient, comfortable and long-lasting operation.
Building automation delivers tangible added value
Digital control of lighting, air conditioning, heating and ventilation as well as the targeted use of sensor technology measurably reduces resource consumption and improves the indoor climate. This has a positive impact on operating costs, user comfort and compliance with ESG criteria – a significant advantage for investors, operators and users.
Focus on people
The white paper attaches great importance to the human factor: modern buildings should contribute to health and productivity and meet individual needs. Aspects such as air quality, thermal comfort and acoustics are becoming more important. Thanks to digital technologies – from sensors to personalized room profiles – adaptive and user-friendly working and living environments are becoming feasible.
Circular economy and digital infrastructures as the future standard
Building automation supports the economical use of energy and water and facilitates the implementation of circular building concepts. Cloud-based platforms, IoT sensors and IP-based networks create space for smart functions such as desk sharing or asset tracking and increase the value of real estate in the age of digital transformation.
Comfort, sustainability and value enhancement
The white paper impressively demonstrates that holistic building automation not only ensures greater comfort and cost efficiency, but is also indispensable for sustainable, health-promoting and value-stable properties.
The whitepaper is available for download at: www.siemens.ch/raumautomation