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Construction has begun on another Shape Equity project in Jersey City. As always, with this property we’re focused on delivering a quality, efficient and climate conscious building. Stay tuned.

Global Wind Day is a day for discovering wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, decarbonize our economies.

Onshore wind is now the cheapest form of new power generation in most of Europe, and offshore wind is not far behind with costs having fallen over 60% in 3 years. As a local resource, wind also means much less money spent on fossil fuel imports. And of course it means less CO2 – and cleaner air – in our cities.

Employee Spotlight- meet our Business Analyst, Simon!

Simon is from Uganda, also known as the pearl of Africa. He recently graduated with an M.Sc. in Applied Business Analytics from William Paterson University. He also holds a B.Sc. in Business Statistics.

Simon wrote an E-book on Sustainable Value Creation and was a Pioneer Board member of the International Students' Club during his time at William Paterson University.

He is passionate about analytics and sustainability, soccer player, cooking enthusiast, and avid traveler!

Today and every day, let’s make sustainable choices and inspire others to do the same. Small steps can make a big difference. Join the movement for a sustainable future!

Take a moment to reflect on what "We the people" truly means.
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This phrase is a powerful reminder that equality and love should extend to every single person, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. During this month, we come together to honor and uplift the LGBTQ+ community by spreading love, acceptance, and pride for all.

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Mayor Ravi S. Bhalla and the City of yesterday announced the City was awarded $1.39 million in grant funding by the NJDOT to construct Vision Zero safety improvements to Willow Avenue, through a partnership with Hudson County.

The funding will be used to upgrade Willow Avenue from 11th Street to 16th Street, which is a key action item of the City’s Vision Zero Action Plan as the corridor is part of the City’s High Crash Network.

We are excited to be joining forces with ClimatePartner to drive positive change and reduce the carbon footprint across the real estate and construction industries.

This Earth Day, Shape Equity Partners encourages you to go greener at home and beyond. Whether you're a nature-lover, conscious consume, climate activist, or simply someone trying to live a more sustainable life, Earth Day provides a reason to celebrate our planet.

Employee Spotlight 📣 Meet Mark, Director & Investment Committee member. With 30+ years of experience in insurance, finance and capital markets, Mark is an experienced, results-driven, innovative visionary and global leader with significant business and financial acumen, known for pioneering approaches to delivering institutional value.

Formerly at Willis Towers Watson where he served as Deputy Chairman of Willis Reinsurance since 2014, holding a number of other executive positions, including Chairman of Willis Reinsurance Alternative Strategies and Director of Strategy & Transformation at Willis Reinsurance.

Prior to joining Shape, Mark was CEO of Willis Capital markets from 2006 to 2009 and CEO of Willis Analytics from 2001 to 2005.

Our school of thought: focus on creating homes that feature social and ecological sustainability. We aim to reduce negative impacts on the environment and increase the mental & physical health of the homeowner, thereby improving building performance.

We're hiring! 🎉

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for talented individuals to join our team as business analysts and summer interns in various departments. Whether you're just starting out or you have years of experience under your belt, we want to hear from you!

Let's build a sustainable future together. With a focus on efficiency and utilizing resources wisely, we can make a positive impact on the planet

Say hello to Eugene Ye, Shape Equity's newest team member!

Eugene is from Toronto, Canada and is currently attending Harvard University. He is studying Applied Math with an application in Economics & Computer Science, as well as a master’s degree in music performance from the New England Conservatory. He is an active partner of Harvard’s preeminent student hedge fund, Black Diamond Capital Partners as well as the principal cellist of the Harvard Radcliffe Orchestra, America’s oldest symphony orchestra.

He is also a part of the Charles River Growth Fund, Harvard Data Analytics Group, Harvard Crimson, Harvard Canadian Club, and the Signet Society. He is the winner of multiple awards such as Canada’s 30 under 30 classical musicians, the Korean Canada Scholarship Foundation, and the Rensselaer Medal.

Welcome aboard Eugene!

Yes, we can build differently and we should... focusing on efficiency and more robust utilization of natural resources.

From low-VOC paints & finishes to recycled concrete, there are many ways to build with a more environmentally conscious mindset. But what's the most sustainable material to build with? Our latest blog post explores options and factors to consider when making these crucial decisions.



shapeequity.com/blog/sustainable-construction-materials

The Statue of Liberty, located in Jersey City, NJ, is one of the most prominent monuments in the world, but few people know its connection to Civil Rights, slavery, and emancipation. In 1886, The Statue of Liberty was a symbol of democratic government and Enlightenment ideals as well as a celebration of the Union's victory in the American Civil War and the abolition of slavery. By discovering how she really came to be, we can only hope for a better society for not just some but all communities.

Employee Spotlight! Meet Federico, a member of Shape Equity's investment committee. Federico studied history and has worked in Swiss private banking for over 15 years. He has always been drawn to investing in new, fresh concepts.

Immersing himself in unique startups has allowed Federico to build relationships with some very interesting people and learn what works and what does not. As Henry Ford said, "The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing."

Federico has been in the renovation and flipping world for quite sometime, and before he knew, his passion turned into a full-time job. When he’s not helping to shape investment projects, Federico plays golf and runs a lot… and for as long as possible.

Hudson County, NJ has made significant strides in sustainability and redevelopment initiatives in recent years. To learn more, read our latest blog post- link in bio.

What do you think about the redevelopment efforts to date?

Hudson County, NJ has made big strides around sustainability and redevelopment initiatives in recent years. To learn more, read our latest blog post- link in bio.

To say we are passionate about efficiency in the real estate and construction industries would be an understatement.

Brooklyn Artist has installed four small glass "houses" at Hoboken parks this month. Here's a look at his recent works that mimics nearby industrial structures such as water towers and wind turbines. Share your photos of the glass houses with us if you visit!

📸: Tom Fruin, The Hoboken Girl

Residential and commercial buildings in the US account for 40%+ of energy consumption with tremendous waste. Our hope for 2023 is that all stakeholders start becoming more sensitive to the long-term impact of building inefficiently.

Our 2023 resolution is to make each building as efficient as possible while driving robust investors returns and developing sustainable and durable assets.

Page one of 365! From all of us at Shape Equity Partners, wishing you and your family a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.

As we look back on 2022, the team shared some of their favorite memories. We had a great time at IMN’s 7th Annual Real Estate Family Office Forum in October. Lorenzo spoke alongside other industry experts where they dove into all things ESG, impact investing and the need to build more efficient assets.

Sending our warmest holiday wishes your way. May the holiday season bring you good cheer and health throughout the coming year. Merry Christmas and happy holidays! 📍: The Oculus, World Trade Center, NYC

The City has acquired five acres of undeveloped land along the Hudson River waterfront. This acquisition of the Union Dry Dock land has been a long time coming for the City of Hoboken, as Mayor Bhalla said, "This is truly a historic day for our residents, and I’m beyond thrilled that the entirety of the waterfront is now in our control and that we can once and for all plan for public open space."

This important development for the City further strengths Hoboken as a strong alternative to NYC living.

What would you like to see happen here? Comment below!

Employee Spotlight! Emanuele Tabet is Shape Equity's Construction Advisor. He graduated in civil engineering from the Federal Polytechnic of Zurich in 2001 and has worked for esteemed construction companies in underground construction and civil engineering works.

Emanuele headed the branch of Sika works in the Italian part of Switzerland dealing with waterproofing, remediation of concrete and resins of every type. In 2016, he opened a construction consultancy firm, The Ing. Emanuele Tabet Sagl. In 2019, he founded Recentor SA, a Swiss company which aims to recover and renovate historic buildings.

When he is not working, Emanuele enjoys skiing in the mountains and biking.

Investing in real estate can give you peace of mind and the opportunity to reap real rewards.

Now is the time to take action to balance the bottom line with the green line in the engineering and construction industry.