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More predictable operating costs. More stable margins.
Step-change energy efficiency and cost savings across your CRE portfolioTurn CRE headwinds into cost-saving opportunities
Johnson Controls helps global facilities management and office building operators deliver resilient and energy efficient buildings. Our technologies scale across building portfolios and enable repeatable performance, predictable cost containment and significant cost savings.
Decarbonization at scale with up to 30% energy cost savings
Case study: Derwent London
Sustainability initiatives are typically viewed an expense line item. Leading organizations, however, view them as a strategic imperative that can boost performance, unlock profitability and drive long-term asset value growth.
See how Johnson Controls partnered with Derwent London, the largest REIT in the UK, to drive sustainability within their office building portfolio while reducing energy consumption.
Key outcomes that move the needle across your real estate asset portfolio
Next generation energy performance
Significantly reduce annual energy bills by up to 30% and ~67% drop in chiller maintenance costs
Portfolio resiliency and long-lasting asset performance
Help building owners drive long-term asset value growth and resilience with modern building technology delivering ~155% ROI
Optimized occupant experience
Deliver best-in-class facilities for occupant well-being, productivity and satisfaction
Automated tracking and reporting of sustainability initiatives
Reduce manual work with audit-ready reports that support compliance and efforts to secure ESG certifications
Seamless safety and security
Protect people, property and data with integrated fire and security systems and ensure compliance with safety standards
Solutions that unlock performance across your commercial properties
Johnson Controls delivers integrated solutions designed to help facilities management companies and operators of CRE building portfolios drive performance at scale.
Integrated solutions that ensure peak building performance
- Optimized energy performance and cost savings with customizable, high-efficiency HVAC equipment.
- Improved uptime and building resilience with digital solutions that enable predictive maintenance and extend equipment life.
- Enhanced occupant experience with optimized indoor air quality to drive comfort and productivity.
- Scalable fire protection and security systems to support safety of people and assets.
- Global footprint with local expertise to provide fast technical support as required.
Turning building data into business impact
The numbers speak for themselves: findings show OpenBlue boosts asset and shareholder value for commercial real estate companies by delivering rental premiums of up to 7%. How? Download the Forrester Consulting OpenBlue Total Economic Impact Study to learn more.
Frequently asked questions
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How can CRE building operators drive decarbonization at scale?
Decarbonization at scale starts with unifying fragmented building data. Consolidating utility, meter and equipment data into a single source of truth lets operators benchmark every asset, prioritize the highest-impact projects, and track performance in one place.
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Can energy efficiency result in significant cost savings?
Yes. Integrated solutions like high-efficiency HVAC, modern building automation systems and digital platforms like OpenBlue can baseline and reduce energy use by up to 30% while lowering chiller maintenance costs by up to 67%.
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Why does building performance matter to leasing demand and asset value?
Tenants and investors are increasingly tying leasing and capital decisions to sustainability performance. High-performing, ESG-compliant buildings command rental premiums of up to 7%, attract and retain quality tenants, and protect long-term asset value as building performance standards tighten.

















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