The smart buildings of the future: interconnected and sustainable
The residential and industrial buildings of the future will be more connected and more sustainable. The buildings of tomorrow will include sophisticated technologies for smart energy and safety management. These advances will meet the changing needs of society.
We are developing new solutions to electrify buildings and connect equipment, paving the way for smart energy management. Some of these solutions will be based on the principles of eco-design. Our cabling solutions will also contribute to better energy efficiency in buildings while ensuring user safety. Tomorrow’s buildings are taking shape today. We are already playing a central role in meeting the expectations of customers, building contractors, developers, architects, installers and systems integrators.
Challenges associated with the buildings of the future
By 2050, the global population will reach a record level of 9.6 billion. To respond to rapid population growth and meet environmental challenges, we need to build more smart residential buildings.
Tomorrow’s buildings will include an even higher level of electrification. This means more cables, connectors, systems and sub-systems to keep them running smoothly. They will also need smart, safe and sustainable solutions to become more resilient and energy-efficient.
The construction sector needs to change its working practices now in order to meet net zero targets by 2050. Existing buildings will need to achieve far better levels of energy performance to satisfy environmental standards, while new constructions will need to factor in these requirements ahead of time.
Green or sustainable construction is the new norm for stakeholders across the value chain of construction projects. Owners, engineers and architects are looking for new strategies to build sustainable constructions and structures that will appeal to both buyers and tenants. They have made environmental characteristics their main focus, in order to increase the green value of their investments.
We are aware of the challenges associated with the new electrification requirements of residential and industrial buildings. With our unique R&D capabilities, we are always one step ahead, at the forefront of innovation with solutions that are continuously raising standards in safety, durability and efficiency. Our Fire Safety range is just one example. We are constantly adapting to the changing needs of customers, delivering the very best in safety and sustainability.