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Expert opinion | 12/05/25
Sustainable real estate: let's stop the hype and (finally) take action Everyone's talking about sustainable real estate. But while the rhetoric piles up, the planet continues to heat up. And our buildings, these energy-guzzling behemoths, remain responsible for nearly 30% of global CO₂ emissions. It's time to stop repainting our thermal sieves fluorescent green. What's needed now is something concrete. Something measurable. Something sustainable.
CAD. 42 | Expert opinion | 06/05/25
Bird's Pyramid: A Fresh Look at Prevention in Construction On construction sites, we know that safety isn't just about numbers and regulations. It's above all a culture, a way of approaching our daily work so that everyone returns home safe and sound.
Orisha Construction | Expert opinion | 06/05/25
What if AI became the key tool for prevention on construction sites? In a sector where every second can change a situation, construction site safety is more than ever a strategic priority. With 76% of construction decision-makers planning to invest in workplace health and safety this year, artificial intelligence is emerging as a concrete lever for moving from a reactive approach to a culture of active prevention.
MapRadar | Expert opinion | 29/04/25
The 10 key steps for carrying out a site audit Conducting site audits is essential to the success of construction projects. Audits promote construction quality, help reduce costs, and prevent injuries and other health risks for those involved.
Expert opinion | 28/04/25
Paris rooftops facing climate change: between heritage and adaptation The rooftops of Paris have always embodied an emblematic silhouette of the capital's identity. Seen from Montmartre or the heights of Belleville, they form a unique landscape where zinc and slate create a rippling sea beneath the city sky.
Engie | Expert opinion | 24/04/25
Compressed air: a source of savings and decarbonization to be optimized Compressed air is now inseparable from industries, regardless of their size and sector of activity. This utility[1], known for its numerous operational advantages, is also a lever for savings for manufacturers seeking to optimize their processes and associated expenses.
Expert opinion | 22/04/25
Climate, energy, real estate: why it is urgent to connect laws, data and consciences We are entering a new era. A time when it will no longer be possible to turn a blind eye to the climate impacts of our decisions, particularly in real estate. For decades, we have bought, sold, and renovated without really considering the footprint left behind by each square meter. Today, this comfort of ignorance is no longer an option.
Expert opinion | 17/04/25
The construction sector faces the challenge of the 2026 budget: energy renovation as a lever for the future As the government prepares an unprecedented austerity plan for 2026, with €40 to €50 billion in budget cuts, a crucial question arises: will energy renovation bear the brunt of these adjustments? I say it bluntly: this would be a major strategic error.
equations | Expert opinion | 17/04/25
From innovation to use: how smart buildings improve our daily lives Faced with changing usage patterns and new occupant expectations, buildings must become smarter, more flexible, and more sustainable. The goal: to improve user comfort. We shed light on the concrete benefits of these innovations, the constraints, and the trends that will shape the future of the sector with Céline Auguin, Innovation and BIM Operations Manager at Equans Services Bâtiments & Infrastructures.
lightening | Expert opinion | 15/04/25
Decrees & BMS: what are the obligations for lighting? The energy transition is accelerating day by day, due to the climate emergency, and in this continuity many regulations have appeared.
Expert opinion | 14/04/25
Rental management: a pillar of resilience for tomorrow's real estate In a constantly evolving real estate sector, where crises follow one another and the rules of the game are constantly evolving, the question of the sustainability of real estate agencies traditionally focused on transactions is becoming acute. Faced with cyclical market fluctuations, one economic model is gradually emerging as an anti-crisis shield: rental management.
Acorus | Expert opinion | 11/04/25
Energy renovation of co-ownerships: a path strewn with pitfalls Energy renovations in co-ownerships represent considerable potential for improvement. However, implementation remains slow, hampered by daunting administrative and technical complexity.
Orisha Construction | Expert opinion | 08/04/25
The silent revolution of aparthotels: between technology and luxury In a constantly evolving tourism sector, aparthotels are undergoing a remarkable transformation that deserves attention. Once considered functional but unattractive accommodation options, they are now reinventing themselves to become key players in the French hotel landscape.
lightening | Expert opinion | 08/04/25
Understanding the BACS decree and its issues In a context marked by accelerating climate change, the energy transition is more urgent than ever. It is necessary to move away from dependence on fossil fuels and reduce energy consumption by 40% by 2030. Following on from the tertiary decree, the energy sobriety plan announced by the government aimed to reduce energy consumption by 10% by 2024.
Expert opinion | 08/04/25
Strategic partnerships: the essential accelerator of growth In a constantly changing economic world, where innovation and agility are key, a company can no longer grow alone. Competition is intensifying, innovation cycles are shortening, and resources are limited. In this context, strategic partnerships are emerging as an essential lever for growth. But it's important to understand their full power and know how to harness them effectively.
Expert opinion | 07/04/25
Collective DPE 2025: inaction will be very costly Since January 2025, the collective Energy Performance Diagnosis (DPE) has been mandatory for all co-ownerships over 200 m² with collective heating. A mere formality? Absolutely not. This diagnosis is a real time bomb for those who don't plan ahead.
Expert opinion | 28/03/25
Addressing Growing Cybersecurity Concerns in the Solar Industry Thermal and nuclear power plants have long been subject to strict cybersecurity regulations. Offshore wind farms and solar farms, due to their size, follow similar rules.
Expert opinion | 26/03/25
French geothermal energy: breaking down the barriers to high value-added energy "An inexhaustible reservoir of free calories beneath our feet." These words, spoken by Prime Minister François Bayrou to describe geothermal energy during his general policy statement before the National Assembly on January 14, 2025, place this renewable energy back at the center of discussions on the decarbonization of our territories.
Expert opinion | 25/03/25
More Efficient Tomorrow: the DPE on the verge of earning its stripes Created in 2006 to raise awareness among the French about their homes' energy consumption, the energy performance diagnosis (DPE) has been continually refined to address criticisms of its reliability. But its detractors are consistent and are now attacking the diagnosticians themselves, accusing them of complacency.
Expert opinion | 24/03/25
Defining sustainability in manufacturing More than 75% of the world’s 50 largest OEMs[1] are actively promoting ways their machines can deliver increased sustainability to the manufacturers they supply. This new study from Siemens Financial Services reveals how these leading OEMs define sustainability.