28th Roundtable to Examine Energy Efficiency, Sustainability, and Asset Value in Real Estate
Invest-Gate is set to host the 28th edition of its prestigious roundtable, titled “Powering Real Estate: The New Value Equation,” on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Nile Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Cairo, within the iconic “Alf Leila We Leila” Ballroom.
The event comes at a time of global economic uncertainty, fluctuating energy prices, and accelerating government-led green transformation strategies. These dynamics have elevated energy management from a cost-control function to a strategic pillar shaping real estate valuation, competitiveness, and long-term investment attractiveness.
Energy Management Becomes a Core Driver of Real Estate Value
As smart cities and sustainable developments continue to expand, real estate developers and operators are increasingly required to adopt advanced and flexible energy management systems.
These include renewable energy solutions, smart technologies, and AI-driven systems designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure asset sustainability, and future-proof developments against evolving market expectations.
Rising investor and end-user demands for higher sustainability standards have further reinforced the importance of integrating energy efficiency into every stage of real estate development and operations.
Senior Leaders to Discuss CAPEX, OPEX, and Energy Resilience
The roundtable will convene senior government officials, real estate developers, energy specialists, and technology providers to explore practical strategies for improving energy efficiency across projects and urban communities.
Key discussions will focus on the growing importance of balancing energy cost and efficiency across both capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operational expenditure (OPEX), amid increasing pressure to reduce costs and optimize operational performance.
Energy reliability is also emerging as a critical factor for business continuity and risk mitigation, particularly in complex urban developments.
The session will further highlight emerging models such as Energy as a Service (EaaS), which offer developers greater financial flexibility by reducing upfront investment requirements while improving energy performance outcomes.
Smart Systems and AI Transform Energy Management
Participants will explore how smart infrastructure and artificial intelligence are reshaping energy management practices.
Through advanced data analytics and predictive systems, AI technologies are enabling more efficient resource utilization, improved operational decision-making, and enhanced sustainability performance across real estate assets.
ESG, Green Premium, and the Future of Asset Valuation
The discussion will also address the growing impact of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards on real estate investment decisions.
Energy efficiency is increasingly influencing asset valuation through the concept of the “Green Premium,” which rewards high-performance sustainable buildings, in contrast to the “Brown Discount” associated with less efficient properties.
At the same time, preferential financing mechanisms for green buildings are expanding, offering lower-risk and cost-efficient funding options that strengthen long-term project viability and investor confidence.
High-Level Participation from Government and Industry Leaders
The roundtable will be moderated by Mr. Amr Elkady, Founder and Managing Director of AKD Advisory, and will feature an elite lineup of policymakers and industry leaders, including:
- Eng. Khaled Sedeik, Chairman of the Urban Development Fund & Deputy Minister of Housing, Utilities and Urban Communities
- Dr. Eng. Abdelkhalek Ibrahim, Member of the Egyptian House of Representatives
- Dr. May Abdel Hamid, CEO of the Social Housing and Mortgage Finance Fund
- Eng. Waleed Mokhtar, CEO of Iwan Developments & Secretary General of the Egyptian Real Estate Council
- Eng. Tamer Nasser, CEO of City Edge Developments
- Eng. Ahmed Amin Massoud, Chairman of Menassat Developments
- Eng. Samy Abdel Kader, Managing Director of TAQA Power
- Ms. Mai Ismail, Associate Director, SEMED Manufacturing and Services, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
Strategic Partnerships and Media Coverage
The roundtable is organized in collaboration with AKD Advisory, with City Edge Developments serving as the official sponsor. Menassat Developments joins as the gold sponsor, while TAQA Power is the silver sponsor.
The event will be supported by a strong lineup of media partners, including Aleqaria, Al-Borsa Newspaper, Daily News Egypt, Al-Gedaan Real Estate, Aqarmap, Osoul Misr, Bloom Gate, Property Plus, Aqargate, and Iskan Misr, ensuring wide industry coverage across real estate and economic platforms.
