Tech Partner Programme

Revolutionising Solar Economics: AI, Finance, and Energy in Buildings

21 March 2024

In this video discussion, Andrew Knight from RICS engages in a conversation with John Mushriqui from InRange, a company focusing on turning commercial rooftops into energy assets. John highlights the financial challenges hindering solar technology's penetration and introduces InRange's innovative approach, conceptualising commercial buildings as energy assets. The discussion delves into topics such as the creation of an "energy asset class," the role of AI, overcoming barriers in physical grids, the impact of regulations, managing financial risks, and addressing the challenges posed by retrofitting sustainability in older buildings. In this video, the following topics are covered:

Financial Challenges in Solar Adoption
Commercial Buildings as Energy Assets
Energy Asset Class and Local Energy Networks
Role of AI in Energy Procurement
Impact of Regulations and ESG Reporting
Spot Market Risks and Volatility
Hedging Strategies for Energy Procurement
Addressing Retrofitting Challenges in Older Buildings

More information regarding InRange and the Tech Partner Programme can be found here.

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