About Erik Wallin

Dr. Erik Wallin, Chief Ecosystem Officer, and founder of ProptechOS and RealEstateCore is recognized as a leader in Building Operating Systems (BOS) and making the buildings of the world smarter. He holds an MSc and a Ph.D. in Media and Computer Science from KTH Royal Institute of Technology. ProptechOS transforms real estate portfolios into platforms for innovation, analysis, and optimization. He is an active researcher within the field of semantic technologies and turning buildings into data-driven smart cities. You can contact him by visiting the contact page.

The building envelope explained: What it is and why it matters

A building envelope is one of the most critical components in a building's functionality and energy efficiency. This barrier between interior and exterior environments regulates temperature, moisture, airflow, and noise control. With rising energy costs and a growing focus on sustainability, properly designing and optimizing the envelope is essential [...]

By |2023-10-19T16:24:13+02:002023-07-20|Energy efficiency articles & insights|

Supervisory Control and its impact on operational efficiency

Building owners and managers need to constantly optimize operations, reduce costs, and provide more attractive, productive spaces for tenants to stay profitable. Supervisory control systems can help building owners and managers keep up with demands and remain competitive. It gives managers unprecedented visibility and control over building operations, allowing [...]

By |2023-10-19T16:24:34+02:002023-07-14|Energy efficiency articles & insights|

Demand controlled ventilation: Exploring a future of fresh air

HVAC systems are notorious energy consumers, accounting for a significant portion of a building's energy usage. Traditional ventilation systems often operate at fixed rates, regardless of actual demand, leading to excessive energy waste. Demand controlled ventilation introduces a more intelligent approach by dynamically adjusting ventilation rates based on real-time demand. [...]

By |2023-06-20T16:12:36+02:002023-06-19|Operational Efficiency|

Condition assessment: Ensuring the longevity of your assets

In the commercial real estate industry, keeping a close eye on assets can differentiate your properties from your competitors. It allows you to identify potential risks, find areas for improvement, and tackle problems before they become major issues. Condition assessments provide a method to examine buildings' physical condition, functionality, [...]

By |2023-06-20T16:12:18+02:002023-06-19|Operational Efficiency|

Energy recovery ventilation: Introducing low costs and high gains

When it comes to maintaining a comfortable and healthy indoor environment, traditional ventilation systems often fall short. Oftentimes, they operate inefficiently which leads to excessive energy consumption and skyrocketing utility bills. Energy recovery ventilation (ERV) provides an elegant solution to this age-old problem. By harnessing the power of heat [...]

By |2023-10-19T16:31:07+02:002023-05-29|Energy efficiency articles & insights|
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