The fourth episode of ‘The Future of Space’ podcast will see host Nagakrupa Srinidhi and guest Smita Gupta, Principal at Gensler and the Director of Client Relationships of the Asia Pacific India Region give listeners an insight into the future of workspaces. This episode will take you through the changes that are currently unfolding in the workspace across the spectrum of space utilization, layout, technological innovation and wellness. Listen in to learn more from the experts!

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Research Material

9 companies share their tips for remote employee wellbeing - Silicon Republic

Working from home and digital wellness: How organizations can make a difference - Financial Express

The Next Normal: Building resilience in the post-COVID-19 workspace - ORF

The Future of Workplace - Cushman & Wakefield

How COVID-19 is changing workplace design - JLL US

4 Design Trends of a Post-COVID Workplace - Interior Design

Returning to office post Covid-19? - JLL

Goodbye to open office spaces? How experts are rethinking the workplace. - National Geographic

Employee privacy in the US is at stake as corporate surveillance technology monitors workers’ every move - CNBC @Work

Gensler US Work from Home Survey - 2020 briefing

What is the Future of Workplace Amenities - Gensler Blog

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The third episode of ‘The Future of Space’ podcast will see host Isha Anand and guest Dr Milena Stojkovic of Foster + Partners give listeners a comprehensive glimpse of Sustainable Architecture. Given the reality of global warming, the duo take a closer look at mitigatory strategies including carbon neutrality and carbon pricing. The responsibility of the Indian and Global Commercial Real Estate industry to the planet is highlighted through the discussion of the three pillars of Sustainable Architecture. Listen in to learn more!

Show Notes

Primary Research Material

The future of buildings lies in sustainable architecture with Frank Heinlein- Medium

State of Play for Sustainable Buildings in India - TERI, UN

SDG India Index 2019-2020 - NITI Aayog

Investing In People: The Social Benefits of Sustainable Design- Energy.Gov

Building the Green Way - Harvard Business Review

Net Zero Carbon Buildings : Framework Definition - UKGBC

Net Zero Carbon Buildings: Energy Performance Targets- UKGBC

Benefits of Green Building - USGBC

The WELL Building Standard - WELL

Post Occupancy Evaluation - RIBA

The Net Zero Carbon Commitment - WGBC

Secondary Research Material

A Critique on the Under-explored Sustainable Building Materials in India - Beena Kumari, Pappal Suneja

Ten Indian architects who are harnessing traditional wisdom to build the homes of the future - Scroll

The future is green: Post COVID-19 world stares at a more eco-friendly way of architecture

What are the disadvantages of Green Buildings? - Interior Decor Magazine

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Host AN Venugopal and guest Chaitanya Kalia, National Leader, Climate Change and Sustainability Services at E&Y, India evaluate the progress of the Environment Social Governance paradigm since it’s inception. This comprehensive yet accessible episode will draw connections between the ESG paradigm, PropTech, the Sustainable Development Goals and stakeholder management. Recent innovations including green bonds and several prestigious assessments like GRESB also become significant points of discussion.

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Primary Research Material

Demystifying ESG: Its History & Current Status - Forbes

The Remarkable Rise Of ESG - Forbes

Global Goals for people and planet - United Nations Global Compact

Indian companies not adhering to environment guidelines could be snubbed by global investors - The Economic Times

ESG: A view from the top - KPMG

2019-2020 ESG Report - RMZ Corp

Secondary Research Material

Why India is turning into ESG funding hotspot - The Economic Times

Mind the gap: the continued divide between investors and corporates on ESG - PWC Governance Insights Center

The Investor Revolution - Harvard Business Review

Five ways that ESG creates value - McKinsey & Company

Does your nonfinancial reporting tell your value creation story? - Ernst&Young

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The world around us and all that it is defined by undergoes a process of evolution over time. The workspace itself becomes an embodiment of this evolution as its priorities, design and ability as a site of technological growth are frequently enhanced by this change in zeitgeist. The ‘Future of Space’ podcast by RMZ Corp takes an explorative journey through the voices of millennial office goers, industry leaders, international subject-matter experts and bright minds to understand the nuances of the workspace. Join our hosts as they guide exciting and informative discussions on social design, the role of ESG in the buildings of the future and the future of the multifaceted workspace of today. Episodes are out every Thursday starting this November.

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