What happens when energy stops being just a cost and becomes a strategic advantage? In this episode, Brian Rappaport from JLL unpacks the evolving role of energy in today’s market, from grid constraints and rising demand to the growing impact of AI and distributed energy systems. You’ll learn how energy is becoming a critical factor in real estate decisions, why reliability is now front of mind for businesses, and how leaders can better navigate risk, cost, and opportunity in a rapidly changing landscape.
Brian also shares practical insights on how organizations can rethink energy as a value driver—not just an expense—including how onsite solutions like solar and battery storage can create new revenue streams, improve resilience, and enhance asset value. If you want to understand where the energy market is heading and how it impacts your business, this episode is a must-listen.
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What You’ll Learn in Today’s Episode:
- Why energy is now a real estate issue.
- How grid constraints are impacting businesses.
- The rise of distributed energy systems.
- Why reliability is becoming critical.
- How AI is driving power demand.
- Turning energy from cost into revenue.
- The value of on-site energy solutions.
- How tenants and landlords are adapting.
- What energy risk means for asset value.
- Where the market is heading next.
Resources In Today’s Episode:
- Brian Rappaport: LinkedIn
- Powering Profits Newsletter
- Gareth Evans: LinkedIn
- Dan Roberts: LinkedIn
- VECKTA: News
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