Smart Buildings News

ABB today announced the launch of ReliaHome™ Flex, a new modular energy management system which empowers homeowners and builders to add electric appliances without costly service upgrades. Designed to work with any brand of load center, ReliaHome Flex installs in minutes and scales easily for retrofits or new construction. Managed through the intuitive ReliaHome app, it delivers real-time insights

As each new year begins, I like to reflect not just on where technology is heading, but on how people are changing. Because smart buildings, at their heart, are built for human comfort, productivity, safety, resilience, and enabling our work and living environments. Last January, I wrote that 2025 would be a pivotal year for sustainable buildings. And it was. We saw global emissions begin to

ABB’s factory in Oiartzun, Spain, has reached a major sustainability milestone, becoming the first ABB site in Spain to achieve zero operational emissions under the company’s global Mission to Zero™ program. The site produces wiring accessories and smart home solutions designed to enhance comfort, safety, and energy efficiency in homes. This achievement positions the Oiartzun facility as a

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence and machine learning applications is fundamentally transforming data center power requirements. Modern AI servers and GPU-intensive workloads demand unprecedented power densities, with individual racks now consuming 30, 50, or even 100 kW - far exceeding the traditional 5-10 kW per rack. This dramatic increase in power demand places extraordinary

ABB today announced the launch of ABB Ability™ BuildingPro, a cybersecure integration platform designed to connect, manage, and optimize building operations. Available across more than 40 countries worldwide, the solution supports key sectors including commercial real estate, education, healthcare, hospitality, and government – helping organizations accelerate decarbonization and digital

Ten years ago today, the world made a promise.In Paris, nations agreed to work together to keep global warming well below two degrees and to build a more sustainable future for the generations to come. A decade later, we have learned a lot.We have seen what progress looks like and what still stands in the way. For me, it is a moment to pause, look back, and ask: what have the last 10 years taught

Cities are shaped by the buildings where people live, work, and connect. As we celebrated World Cities Day on October 31, we were reminded that sustainability starts in the spaces that power daily life. Every apartment and townhouse shapes how we use energy, cut emissions, and adapt to change. By 2050, nearly nine in ten Americans will live in urban areas1. That means serious pressure on the

by Mike Mustapha, Division President of ABB Smart Buildings

Each October, U.S. Manufacturing Day gives us the chance to celebrate how factories power our economy, create jobs, and drive innovation. But it is also a moment to reflect on how manufacturing must evolve. If the last decade was about energy efficiency, the next will be about embedding circularity into daily operations. At ABB, we have seen this shift firsthand. Through our Mission to Zero™

In Vaasa, Finland’s sunniest city and a growing capital of clean energy innovation, a bold transformation has redefined one of its most iconic landmarks. The Original Sokos Hotel Royal (Vaasa) is undergoing a two-phase renovation – an ambitious project to turn the heritage-protected building into the most energy-efficient hotel in the Sokos Hotels chain.

A desert transformed. A new global destination emerging. Across Saudi Arabia, hospitality is evolving – and ABB is at the center of it.

Today is the final day of World Green Building Week – and what a conversation it’s been. We’ve looked at bold leadership, electrification, automation, and homes that adapt to people. To close the week, I want to focus on what I know best: technology – but not technology for technology’s sake. Technology that genuinely works for people. Because let’s be honest: we’ve all been in the overcooled

Today marks Day 4 of World Green Building Week – a moment to reflect on what it truly means to be bold in building design. For me, the story begins where it matters most: at home. Because while offices and city grids shape skylines, homes shape our daily lives. I’ve seen this across very different markets – from Europe to South America to the Middle East. Everywhere, people want the same three

Today is Day 3 of World Green Building Week. So far, we’ve heard why bold leadership matters and why electrification must be tuned to local realities. I want to share my own perspective – not from a textbook, but from personal experience. I recently relocated from Zurich to Singapore, and when I moved, I didn’t just change time zones. I stepped into an entirely different climate, culture, and way

This week, as part of World Green Building Week, we’re exploring what it really means to be bold on buildings. Yesterday, our President, Mike Mustapha set the scene, reminding us that electrification is the great enabler of the transition. Today, I want to look at why electrification is both universal and deeply local – and why the intelligence in our distribution systems will determine how

This week is World Green Building Week – the world’s biggest campaign for sustainable buildings. The 2025 theme, ‘Be Bold on Buildings’, carries a simple but urgent message: Boldness is no longer optional, it’s the new standard. Managing demand and adapting with resilience isn’t just good for the planet, it’s the only way for businesses, cities, and communities to stay ahead. Wherever I travel,

In Lusówek, a fast-growing village near Poznań, a new primary school is proving that smarter, safer buildings don’t need to be complex or costly. As the population of Lusówek grew rapidly over the past decade, local authorities responded with a major public investment: a new education complex featuring 24 modern classrooms, a library, sports and recreation facilities, and a focus on safety and

Last April saw the culmination of ABB’s sixth annual Startup Challenge, bringing months of collaboration and innovation to a close and celebrating the five winners who pitched innovative AI-powered solutions to make energy use smarter in industry, buildings, power grids, and utilities. With more than two decades’ working in innovation at ABB, I’m consistently inspired by the passion, curiosity,

We often discuss buildings in terms of energy efficiency and emissions. But what about clarity of thought? Productivity? Better sleep? Lower stress? It's time we broaden the conversation. The spaces where we live, work, and learn play a significant role in our health. With 90 percent of our time spent indoors1, the environment surrounding us – air, light, temperature – directly impacts how we feel

A milestone in sustainable school infrastructure, Tröinge School, has been built in Falkenberg’s new Tröingedal district as the first school in 40 years to meet the rising demand for educational facilities. From careful material selection to smart building automation, the project demonstrates how sustainable solutions enhance long-term operational efficiency and improve student comfort in schools.