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  • Chad Phillips Takes the Helm as Global Head of Nuveen Real Estate

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin. Nuveen has appointed Chad W. Phillips as Global Head of Nuveen Real Estate, succeeding Chris McGibbon, who will retire on June 30, 2025, after nearly 25 years with the firm. Phillips, who joined Nuveen in 2019, brings 25 years of experience in real estate investing and portfolio management. He will now oversee $141 billion in global real estate assets ac…

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  • Joe Doucet Unveils Climate-Responsive Paint That Adapts Like a Mood Ring to Reduce Energy Use

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  New York-based designer and inventor Joe Doucet has introduced a groundbreaking climate-responsive paint that passively cools and heats buildings by changing color with the seasons. Inspired by mood rings and nature’s ability to regulate temperature through color change, the thermochromic paint appears clear above 77°F (25°C) and turns black in cooler te…

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  • JLL Acquires Javelin Capital to Strengthen Clean Energy Investment Services

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  JLL has announced its acquisition of Javelin Capital, a boutique investment bank specializing in renewable energy financing. The deal, expected to close following regulatory approval, will expand JLL’s capital markets platform and enhance its ability to guide clients through the clean energy transition. Javelin, founded in 2017, operates out of New York …

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  • Why Glass Skyscrapers Persist Despite Calls for Their Demise

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Despite growing awareness of their environmental inefficiencies, glass skyscrapers continue to dominate skylines worldwide. Architects like Ken Shuttleworth and industry leaders have long advocated for a shift away from all-glass facades, citing poor thermal performance and high energy consumption. However, the trend persists due to the economic advantag…

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  • Schneider Electric to Invest $700M in U.S. Grid to Meet Rising AI Power Demands

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Schneider Electric has announced plans to invest $700 million in U.S. energy infrastructure by 2027, driven by surging power demands from the AI boom. This historic investment—the largest in the company’s 135-year history—will support “smart factory transformations” at eight facilities across North Carolina, Texas, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Ohio, and Mis…

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  • Inside the world’s first fully AI-driven architectural project

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Tim Fu, founder of Studio Tim Fu and former designer at Zaha Hadid Architects, has unveiled the Lake Bled Estate in Slovenia—hailed as the world’s first fully AI-driven architectural project. The 22,000 sq m development features seven luxury villas, designed using AI tools that analyzed historical Slovenian architecture and incorporated biophilic design …

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  • Return to Office 2025: Balancing Mandates, Flexibility, and Evolving Workplace Needs

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  The return-to-office (RTO) landscape in 2025 is shifting as companies solidify long-term workplace strategies. While strict in-office mandates are increasing among major corporations, hybrid work models remain dominant. Leasing activity is stabilizing, but full recovery to pre-pandemic levels is still uncertain. Key Takeaways: Corporate Realignment on R…

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  • Turner Construction Launches VC Program to Support Sustainability Startups

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  Turner Construction has announced Turner Ventures, a new venture capital program aimed at early-stage startups driving decarbonization, digitization, and sustainability in the built environment. Key Takeaways: Investing in the Future of Sustainability: Turner Ventures will back startups focused on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, …

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  • AI Reshaping Architecture: Studio Tim Fu Unveils World’s First Fully AI-Driven Project

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  London-based Studio Tim Fu has launched what it calls the world’s first fully AI-driven architectural project, securing a contract to design the Lake Bled Estate in Slovenia. The 22,000-sq-m project will feature six luxury villas, inspired by local Slovenian traditions, biophilic design, and historic architecture—all analyzed and reinterpreted using AI. …

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  • The AI Startups Shaping the Future of Real Estate Investment

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    Thanks for keeping up with the CREtech Community in the News! For more news about members of the CREtech Community, follow us on Linkedin.  As AI technology evolves, a new generation of AI-driven proptech startups is emerging, offering real, revenue-generating solutions for real estate. According to Pi Labs Managing Partner Faisal Butt, today’s AI firms are growing at an unprecedented pace, solving some of the sector’s most pressing challenges. Key Takeaways: AI Proptech is Scaling Fast: Un…

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