PATRIZIA Podcasts

We 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 reimagines the way we build cities to enrich people's...

Shock 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. We learn about the coming challenges of 2023 and...

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/

Venture 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 priority for anyone looking to navigate a c...

During 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 place a major hurdle in the race against climate cha...

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, we explore the multitude of steps needed to decarb...

The 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 ensure they continue offering authenticity and value t...

To 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 technology isn’t just helping us reach sustainabili...

The 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 just bricks and mortar. That’s why assets like Westco...

Art 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 public artworks. In this episode we find out why...

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 find out how Etzel plans to repurpose existing in...

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 in the sector, and the ESG and financial retu...

Impact investing has become an incredibly prominent phrase recently, so what is it, and what’s driving its popularity? In this episode we learn about the origins of the phrase, finding out when and why it was first coined. We hear practical examples of impact investing being implemented across various industries, including real assets. And we look ahead to the future - is impact investing just a f...

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 The PAT Cast answers these questions and so much more, with in-depth analysis from thought-leaders from around the world and our team of PATRIZIA experts. Tune in for fascinating insights into t...