What Next Sense Is All About
Next Sense is shaking up the real estate world with smart building solutions that put sustainability front and center. Based in Delft, this tech company engineers innovative tools that activate existing materials for a sustainable impact you might not expect. Their mission? To decarbonize real estate by turning data into action, blending care and purpose with cutting-edge AI and simulations. From making buildings Paris Proof to aligning with tough ESG standards, Next Sense is all about making net zero not just a goal, but a reality for the remaining 97% of commercial buildings that still need to catch up.
The Main Benefit: Driving Real Estate Toward Net Zero
Next Sense’s approach delivers clear, measurable benefits, including:
- 97% of commercial real estate is currently energy inefficient — Next Sense targets this massive opportunity.
- €11.5 million raised in Series A funding to scale smart building technology globally.
- Trusted by industry giants like Microsoft, Chanel, and AXA IM, proving real-world impact.
- Smart building platform integrates data, AI control, and predictive simulations for optimized performance.
- Compliance with EU regulations such as CSRD and SFDR, ensuring buildings meet carbon footprint reporting requirements.
- Achieves energy savings and carbon reduction through AI-driven control and optimization.
How Next Sense Makes Buildings Paris Proof
Next Sense’s smart building platform is designed to make decarbonization achievable for every building owner and operator. It starts with deep insights and signage that help stakeholders understand their assets better — whether for asset management or tenant engagement. Then, detailed ESG-aligned reporting and expert consultation guide improvements. Finally, AI control balances building systems with nature, optimizing energy use and reducing carbon footprints. It’s a full-circle solution that turns complex sustainability goals into manageable, actionable steps.
Innovating Beyond Real Estate: Greenhouse and Solar Solutions
While real estate decarbonization is the headline, Next Sense’s innovation doesn’t stop there. Their journey began with activating a single window with solar functionality and has since expanded into engineering solutions for crop growth inside greenhouses and customizable solar equipment. This shows a commitment to challenging how materials are used and pushing system innovation across industries. The future they envision? Energy-neutral buildings that don’t compromise on comfort, aesthetics, or functionality — and smart tech that supports a broader energy transition.
Next Sense’s Role in the Proptech Revolution
Next Sense is a shining example of proptech innovation, leveraging SaaS and AI to transform traditional real estate management. Their platform not only helps buildings meet sustainability benchmarks but also enhances tenant experience and asset value. With European office vacancy rates hovering around 8.8% and occupancy averaging just 60%, landlords need to stay competitive by embracing flexibility and sustainability. Next Sense’s tools empower landlords to meet these new market demands head-on, making buildings smarter, greener, and more attractive.
Project Impact: Aligning with Global Sustainability Goals
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy — optimizing energy use in buildings.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure — pioneering smart building technologies.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities — driving net zero urban environments.
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production — activating existing materials sustainably.
- SDG 13: Climate Action — reducing carbon footprints in real estate.
Looking Ahead: The Future of Sustainable Real Estate
Next Sense is not just about meeting today’s challenges but about redefining the future of real estate. By combining data, AI, and a deep sense of purpose, they’re helping the industry navigate the complex pressures of ESG reporting, net-zero targets, and the demand for healthier workspaces. Their growing team of 40 PHYSEEonairs is dedicated to research, production, and projects that push the envelope on what’s possible. The vision? A world where buildings are energy-neutral, comfortable, and sustainable — and where smart technology makes it all achievable.
