What is impacting investing? What is driving the huge demand for new infrastructure projects? Why is sustainable real estate no longer a nice to have? What can we expect from the smart cities of the future? PATRIZIA's podcast channel answers these questions and so much more, with in-depth analysis from thought-leaders from around the world and our team of PATRIZIA experts and external guests. Tune in for fascinating insights into the worlds of real estate and infrastructure. Find out more at ...
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PAT Perspectives #12: PATRIZIA Student City Index - A tool to guide investors on the European PBSA market
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8:15London, Paris and Berlin have been named the best cities for Purpose-Built Student Accommodation investment, according to PATRIZIA’s very first Student City Index. Launched last week, the report ranks more than 180 university cities across 21 European countries, offering a city-specific lens to help institutional investors identify the most compell…
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PAT Perspectives #11: ELTIFs: Widening the pool of investors to drive growth in Europe and exploring PATRIZIA’s infrastructure offering
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14:09Last month, PATRIZIA announced the launch of its first European Long-Term Investment Fund – known as an ELTIF. The strategy – named PATRIZIA Infrastructure Invest – is aimed at retail and professional investors in infrastructure. But what exactly is an ELTIF? In the latest episode of PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests five key q…
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PAT Perspectives #10: Strategic asset mandates - tailored client solutions for individual assets
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8:37As part of PATRIZIA’s diversified platform, the company sources and takes on single asset mandates. Known within the firm as ‘strategic asset mandates’, this workstream looks after EUR 2 billion worth of assets. But what exactly are strategic asset mandates? In the latest episode of PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests five key qu…
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#26 The solar investment opportunity in Asia-Pacific
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30:26According to the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis, there is the potential for USD 395 billion of investment into solar photovoltaic power projects in Asia-Pacific (APAC) through to 2050. The region is blessed with sunshine, while already challenged by the consequences of a rise in temperature attributed to carbon emissions, mak…
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PAT Perspectives #9: The student housing investment proposition and its value-add edge in the European living sector
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7:33Ever since PATRIZIA’s formation in 1984, the company has had a focus on the European living sector. This evergreen focus is reflected in the company’s new strategy, which is targeting growth to EUR 100 billion AUM by 2030, with the living sector one of the five growth areas central to this ambition. One of the most eye-catching sub-sectors in this …
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#25 Why private investors should consider investments into the European affordable housing sector
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27:00With rising populations and increasing demand for housing, affordability has become a critical challenge across Europe. Millions struggle to find homes within their budget, and the situation isn’t improving. A new report from global real estate services firm JLL estimates that 23 million new homes are needed in key European markets to ease the cris…
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2025 Outlook: The start of a promising new cycle for the real assets sector
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25:48As we enter a new economic cycle, the first PAT Cast of 2025 explores the outlook for global real assets. With early signs of stabilisation in the real estate market and an evolving infrastructure landscape, we outline where the most compelling opportunities lie for investors in the year ahead. In the first part of the PAT Cast, we take a look at t…
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PAT Perspectives #8: Building a community: The Berlin project paving the way for the living transition
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9:50PATRIZIA’s flagship living sector development is the Havelufer Quarter in Berlin, comprising more than 1,500 units which house around 4,000 residents. The development caters for a variety of tenant needs, with options for families, senior residents and single residents, and is firmly focused on building a community through the inclusion of amenitie…
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PAT Perspectives #7: Finding value in a larger and more diverse European living sector
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11:47The European living real estate sector has undergone significant shifts over the past 12-18 months, with a changing macroeconomic picture impacting both the rental market and home ownership. But how resilient is the sector today? What lessons can history offer about its future? And which segments of the sector hold the most potential for investors?…
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There’s more to Brussels than waffles and chocolate - it’s a multicultural, well-connected city which ranks as one of the best places to invest in Europe. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index. In this episode, we …
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#23 Decarbonising real estate: Realising value from brown-to-green developments
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31:39Around 80% of the buildings that will be standing in 2050 have already been built. So how can we make these existing structures more sustainable, energy-efficient and suitable for modern-day tenants? That's where the concept of ‘brown to green’ comes in. Transforming outdated, inefficient buildings into environmentally friendly, energy-efficient st…
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PAT Perspectives #6: Reimagining the office of the future
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9:03The workplace is evolving at a rapid pace, with hybrid and flexible working now the new normal. As a result, the role and design of office spaces are undergoing a dramatic transformation. So, what does this mean for investors? PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real asse…
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#22 AI: The opportunities, the dangers and the need for real estate to harness its potential
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29:31Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the way businesses operate. From automating routine tasks and processes to increased productivity, AI can free human workers to focus on creativity and problem-solving. Research by Amazon Web Services suggests more than one in three European firms adopted AI in 2023 - bringing the continent closer to the 203…
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#21 2024 Mid Year Report: Opportunities in a world in transition
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16:30So far, 2024 has been the year of transition. European countries and the UK are slowly recovering from unprecedented shocks in the previous years – a global pandemic, economic crisis, foreign wars linked to supply issues, a record number of elections. As we have reached the midpoint of 2024, it’s time to take a closer look at the current economic a…
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Unique architecture, red buses and a vast underground rail network - London is one of the most recognisable cities in the world, drawing in people from all around the world. And it also consistently ranks as one of the most attractive cities for investors in Europe. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we hig…
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PAT Perspectives #5: Cross-laminated timber’s role in changing the fabric of our built environment
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6:53Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is increasingly being used as an alternative to concrete and steel in construction. Boasting a number of sustainability benefits, CLT presents a hugely attractive opportunity for any investor with their eyes on net-zero. In this episode of PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests just 5 simple questions on…
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PAT Perspectives #4: Fuelling the energy transition through the recovery of waste
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7:10Creating energy from waste is a major way of reducing methane emissions, generating cleaner energy and diverting waste from landfills. And as an essential service, resilient to economic cycles, it presents a stable and attractive option for real assets investors. Welcome to PAT Perspectives - the podcast where we ask our guests just 5 simple questi…
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PAT Perspectives #3: Are smart streetlights an intelligent investment?
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9:01Smart street lighting has the potential to save cities up to 80% on their electricity bills. It’s a fundamental, but often overlooked, feature of smart cities. And the growth potential of the sector is huge, making it an attractive investment for a real assets portfolio. PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple quest…
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Paris is one of the most iconic cities in the world, famous for its historical buildings and landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. It also ranks highly as one of the most attractive cities for investors in Europe. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out in PATRIZI…
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PAT Perspectives #2: Financing a sustainable future through infrastructure debt
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16:51Today’s economic environment is challenging, but as the debt funding gap widens across the real assets sector, new opportunities are emerging for investors. PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real assets sector. In this episode we hear from Alex Waller, Head of Infr…
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PAT Perspectives #1: What’s shaping investment decisions across capital markets?
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9:05With fundraising in real estate hitting a decade low in 2023, what are the forces shaping the investment decisions of the world’s major sources of capital? PAT Perspectives is the podcast where we ask our guests just five simple questions on one topic or trend impacting the real assets sector. In this debut episode, we hear the perspectives of Konr…
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#20 Pathway to net-zero: Protecting the future value of assets through decarbonisation
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29:08With tenants increasingly desiring sustainable buildings, governments adopting legally binding net-zero carbon targets, and rising concerns around embodied carbon, decarbonising our building stock is essential - and the risks of not taking action are immense. In this episode, we explore how decarbonisation programmes can protect or enhance the futu…
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#19 2024 Outlook: Finding value in a new macroeconomic environment
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27:52As we enter a new economic cycle that is resetting markets across the world, the first PAT Cast of 2024 examines the outlook for global real assets and where PATRIZIA expects the most attractive investment opportunities to be this year. In this conversation, we explore both the challenges and opportunities for investors in global markets this year …
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Frankfurt is not only the financial centre of Germany, but also the centre of the European banking sector. Known as Mainhatten due to the skyscrapers that dominate the city’s skyline and its location on the River Main, Frankfurt is attractive for both investors and residents alike, praised for its connectivity and innovation. This is City in Focus …
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City in Focus #4: Frankfurt (Deutsche Fassung)
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18:53Frankfurt ist nicht nur das Finanzzentrum Deutschlands, sondern auch das Zentrum des europäischen Bankensektors. Aufgrund der Wolkenkratzer, die die Skyline der Stadt dominieren, und der Lage am Main ist Frankfurt für Investoren und Einwohner gleichermaßen attraktiv und wird für seine Konnektivität und Innovation gelobt. Dies ist City in Focus - ei…
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Taking stock of a challenging 2023, this special episode examines the many conversations we’ve had on the PAT Cast over the past year. Throughout this year, we have explored the macro environment shaping a turbulent investment landscape for real assets at regular intervals and also pinpointed key investment opportunities underpinned by the long-ter…
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Real Insights Editor’s Picks #3: It isn’t easy going green
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21:29Two articles from the second edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. It isn’t easy going green (01:08) and Supporting smart early education infrastructure in the Nordics (12:32). Your host is Andrew Belt. Articles read by Ollie Guillou. estatements is a twice-yearly magazine which shines a light on key topics within global r…
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#17 Solar investment in real estate: Solarfication of logistics assets to add value to unused rooftops
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23:42Solar is leading the charge in the transition away from fossil fuels and towards greater use of renewable and cleaner energy sources. And one way it can be adopted at scale in real estate is by installing solar panels on unused roof space, which generates clean energy without the need for new infrastructure. In episode 18 of the PAT Cast - the firs…
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Copenhagen - the city where everyone cycles - is one of the happiest and most liveable cities in the world. It’s so attractive that up to 9,000 new homes have to be built every year to keep up with demand. This is City in Focus - a podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s…
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#16 EXPO REAL Special: Insights from the European Residential Markets Report
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6:10PATRIZIA’s Investment Strategy & Research team has today released its European Residential Markets Report 2023/24, which shares invaluable insights with investors. Leading on the creation of the report is Dr Marcus Cieleback, PATRIZIA’s Chief Urban Economist and, in this bonus episode of the PAT Cast, he tells us about its key findings - one of the…
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#15 Bioenergy: A bridge to a green energy future
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24:24As we race to decarbonise the planet, finding alternative energy sources is critical. Green hydrogen might be the fuel of the future, but bioenergy is the fuel of today - and the case to invest has never been stronger. In this episode, we highlight the extraordinary work being done by Italian bioenergy producer, Biomet, and ask: what is bioenergy? …
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#14 2023 Outlook Part II - How is the real assets sector adapting to the permacrisis?
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16:282023 has been another year defined by global challenges. But as we head past the halfway point in the calendar, just how is the real assets sector adapting to the global permacrisis? In this special mid-year review, we discuss how the current economic environment compares to the GFC, what the market needs to bounce back, as well as which sectors wi…
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Milan is not only a fashion powerhouse, it’s also a city that’s growing rapidly, with its booming economy outpacing the rest of Italy. This is City in Focus - a new podcast series from PATRIZIA where, every quarter, we highlight the cities that stand out or rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index. In this episode, we explore how both…
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#13 Bridging the digital divide: why mid-market is driving the most value in a digital world
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32:10With the world becoming increasingly connected and reliant on technology, the drive to digitise is an essential part of levelling up our communities. In a crowded market witnessing rapid innovation, which companies are delivering the most value, and where should investors allocate capital? In this episode we highlight the work of Connexin, a portfo…
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Real Insights Editor’s Picks #2: Why 2023 is the year of value creation
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23:41Two real estate related articles from the first edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. Why 2023 is the year of value-add (01:16) and The dual funding gap: debt costs and decarbonisation could see accelerated property sales (11:31). Your host is Ed Whittaker. Articles read by Ollie Guillou. estatements is a twice-yearly maga…
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Real Insights Editor’s Picks #1: Answering the need for internet speed
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18:58Two infrastructure related articles from the first edition of PATRIZIA’s estatements magazine in 2023, read aloud. Answering the need for internet speed (01:14) and Accelerating APAC’s sustainable future (09:48). Your host is Andrew Belt. Articles read by Ollie Guillou. With quotes read by Ed Whittaker and Phillippa Guillou. estatements is a twice-…
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As a city known for its diversity, rich history and culture, and world famous music scene, it’s no surprise Germany’s capital Berlin is an incredibly attractive location for investors. This is City in Focus - a brand new podcast series where we’ll be highlighting the cities that rank highly in PATRIZIA’s European Living Cities Index on a quarterly …
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City In Focus #1: Berlin (German Version)
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22:27Berlin ist berühmt für seine reiche Geschichte, Kultur und Musikszene sowie Vielfalt im Allgemeinen. So ist es kaum verwunderlich, dass Deutschlands Hauptstadt auch für Investoren äußerst attraktiv ist. Unsere brandneue Podcast-Reihe City in Focus beleuchtet einmal im Quartal eine der Städte, die unser PATRIZIA European Living Cities Index Ranking …
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#12 The 15 Minute City: Enriching lives through urban planning
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26:06We can better understand cities when we put urban life under the microscope. With the UN estimating that some 68% of the world’s population will live in cities by 2050, there's no better time to get under the skin of urbanisation - and that’s where the 15 Minute City comes in! In this episode, we learn about this concept of urban planning that reim…
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#11 Outlook for 2023: Looking through the uncertainty
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27:03Shock interest rate rises, spiralling food and energy prices and political headwinds - 2022 was a challenging and turbulent year. Given the impact these shocks had on real asset investment strategies, we’re asking - ‘do things look better for 2023?’ In this episode we get top tier insight from two of PATRIZIA’s most prominent investment strategists…
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The PAT Cast made its debut amid a year of economic shocks, geopolitical conflicts and climate extremes, each driving the agenda for a calendar of thought-provoking podcasts. Ed Whittaker gives a round up of the year and looks ahead to 2023. Find out more at https://www.patrizia.ag/en/By PATRIZIA
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#10 Venture capital: A game changer for real assets?
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35:08Venture capital plays a vital role in delivering growth for investors during times of economic uncertainty. That’s why Sustainable Future Ventures has entered the market. SFV is PATRIZIA’s built environment tech focused VC fund, which invests in early stage technology companies. In this episode we find out why venture capital should be a high prior…
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#9 Ultra-sustainable urban logistics: can the sector really put us on the road to net zero?
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27:54During the pandemic, many of us will have experienced the value of last mile logistics as we relied on the seamless delivery of various packages to our doorstep. But as fundamental as these urban warehouses and storage facilities are to enriching our lives, people often associate the sector with polluting lorries and inefficient buildings, which pl…
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We cannot slow climate change without decarbonising the built environment. Globally, buildings are responsible for a significant portion of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions - that’s why this sector of the economy needs to ‘go green’. So how do we tackle one of the biggest challenges real assets have ever faced? In this episode of the PAT Cast, …
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#7 Redefining the relationship with employees: setting up for success in a post-covid world
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35:29The pandemic has ripped up the rulebook of what ‘work’ means, empowering people to create their own definition. As employees seek more purpose and meaning in their roles, it's up to organisations to align themselves with what matters most to their people. So with such a seismic shift in the employee-employer power balance, how do organisations ensu…
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#6 Smart Buildings: The Future of Intelligent Real Estate
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26:49To tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges, we need to demand more from our assets. With buildings linked to around 40 percent of global energy consumption, efforts to decarbonise the real estate sector are essential. Smart Buildings are on the front line of these efforts - with the market forecast to be worth over $120bn by 2026. But smart t…
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#5 Powering space Innovation at Westcott Venture Park
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34:27The UK’s space sector is growing rapidly, propelling the demands for high quality real estate to new heights. But innovation in space technology needs the right kind of real estate to thrive. Whether you’re developing rocket engines to launch a new satellite into space, or creating a docking station for drones, work like this requires more than jus…
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#4 How Art Creates Cities Worth Living In
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20:53Art brings beauty to real estate, improving the quality of life for people in big and small cities, public and private spaces. It’s touching and evocative, and it has the power to unite communities. The PAT Art Lab is dedicated to bringing the joy of art to real estate, by collaborating with street and graffiti artists to create gorgeous murals and…
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The future security of Europe’s energy supply is at the fore now more than ever. As we strive to reach net-zero and curb reliance on Russia for gas, could green hydrogen be the answer? In episode #3 of the PAT Cast, we learn about the small German village of Etzel, home to gas storage caverns that play a vital role in securing energy for Europe. We…
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Kindergartens, care facilities and fire stations form the backbone of any sustainable community, yet investment opportunities in these assets have often been overlooked. But that picture is changing. In episode 2 of the PAT Cast we examine what makes social infrastructure different from real estate, the factors that are fuelling increasing demand i…
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