From Data to Decarbonisation: AI in Sustainable Facility Management – Advantages, Limitations, and Lessons from Wates HQ

Modern building operations hold immense potential for climate impact, yet are often hampered by fragmented data and reactive management. In this session, Dr. Amir Taba, CEO of DIREK Ltd., will delve into the transformative role of Agentic AI in achieving truly sustainable facility management. Drawing directly from the pioneering D-XPERT project at Wates Group HQ, Amir will present the tangible advantages witnessed – including significant energy and carbon savings, enhanced operational efficiency, and proactive insights that move beyond traditional reactive approaches.

However, the journey to intelligent, green buildings is not without its complexities. Amir will candidly discuss the practical limitations and challenges encountered during the Wates HQ deployment, such as data quality hurdles, integration complexities with existing BMS, and the critical dynamics of human-AI collaboration. This session will offer invaluable, real-world lessons learned on successfully implementing advanced AI for sustainability, providing a balanced perspective on both the immense opportunities and the crucial considerations for industry adoption. Attendees will gain actionable insights into accelerating decarbonisation through smart FM.