Background
CBRE Group, Inc. is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with the #1 global market position in leasing, property sales, property management, occupier outsourcing and valuation. Additionally, our development business (Trammell Crow Company) is the largest in the U.S. and we operate one of the largest investment management businesses (CBRE Investment Management) globally. We have been included in the Fortune 500 since 2008, currently ranked #138. CBRE has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) and serves real estate investor and occupier clients in more than 100 countries.
Challenge
CBRE is actively seeking innovative solutions and expertise to drive sustainability in HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems. As part of our commitment to reducing environmental impact and enhancing energy efficiency, we invite innovators, startups, and experts to present breakthrough technologies, designs, and strategies that can transform HVAC systems into more sustainable, energy-efficient, and environmentally-friendly solutions.
This challenge aims to identify next-generation approaches that:
- Minimize energy consumption and operational costs
- Reduce carbon emissions and environmental footprint
- Improve system performance and reliability
- Enhance smart building integration through IoT and automation
- Promote the use of eco-friendly materials and refrigerants
- Increase system lifecycle sustainability and ease of maintenance
We are looking for solutions that push the boundaries of current technologies, promote long-term sustainability, and help us meet our ambitious environmental goals. Whether through cutting-edge designs, advanced materials, or novel operational strategies, we encourage creative and impactful ideas that will shape the future of HVAC systems.
What's in it for you?
A successful collaboration could mean, for individuals, becoming part of the wider CBRE group. For organizations, it could mean forming a contractual relationship or joint venture to co-develop and launch the idea to market.
This is an Asia Pacific challenge. CBRE will conduct an internal review of all applications once the challenge has closed. Successful applicants will be contacted post-review.