Energy efficiency has become the top infrastructure priority for organizations, according to a recent survey and study by Siemens. The findings indicate that businesses are increasingly viewing buildings as strategic assets in the ongoing transition of infrastructure.
“Buildings are increasingly recognized as strategic assets in the infrastructure transition, with technologies such as AI, digital platforms, and autonomous systems acting as catalysts,” said Susanne Seitz, CEO Buildings at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. “When it comes to autonomous systems, organizations clearly expect breakthroughs in energy efficiency, smarter anomaly detection, stronger physical security, and healthier, more comfortable spaces for occupants. This is exactly the path we’re charting at Siemens; creating human-centric, autonomous buildings that serve people better.”
The study reveals that only 50% of organizations currently have access to sufficient data needed for informed decisions on decarbonization. This highlights a significant gap and points to the need for greater adoption of building technology solutions.
Organizations see transparency as an important benefit of smart building technologies after strong returns on investment. These technologies can help companies better understand their energy use and emissions profiles while also aiding in planning refurbishments and optimizing maintenance.
The findings come from the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2025 report. The biennial study surveyed 1,400 senior executives and government representatives across 19 countries involved in sectors such as energy, buildings, and industry. The section focused on buildings examines progress made toward decarbonizing real estate along with current priorities and challenges.
Further information about Siemens Smart Infrastructure can be found at https://press.siemens.com/global/en/feature/siemens-smart-infrastructure.