Thomas Kiessling Joins PassiveLogic as CEO
PassiveLogic, a pioneer in autonomous systems for commercial and industrial infrastructure, has made a significant strategic move by appointing Thomas Kiessling as their new Chief Executive Officer. This appointment, effective immediately, marks a pivotal moment for the company as it aims to scale its innovative solutions for autonomous infrastructure.
About Thomas Kiessling
Kiessling brings with him a wealth of experience from his previous role as the Chief Technology Officer at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. His leadership background spans over three decades in various technology businesses, where he played a critical role in shaping industrial AI strategies and spearheading transformative initiatives. Notably, he was instrumental in the development of Building X, Siemens’ groundbreaking cloud-based digital building platform.
His entrepreneurial spirit is evidenced by his co-founding of AMPLY Power, a company focused on pioneering electric vehicle fleet charging solutions, which was successfully acquired by BP. With such a diverse and robust history, Kiessling is positioned to lead PassiveLogic into its next growth phase.
Transforming Infrastructure
Today’s global infrastructure landscape presents both a challenge and an opportunity. Commercial and industrial buildings account for a staggering 40% of energy consumption worldwide, yet only a mere 5% of these buildings operate intelligently. The majority are burdened by outdated control systems that limit efficiency, increase operational costs, and fail to meet modern energy demands. Kiessling’s vision aligns perfectly with PassiveLogic’s goal to revolutionize how buildings operate, utilizing a new category of technology that merges AI with physical infrastructure.
PassiveLogic’s innovative Autonomous Operating System is designed not only to improve building efficiency but also to fundamentally change how infrastructure interacts with energy resources, occupants, and the broader economic environment. By leveraging their advanced platform, which includes Quantum—a physics-based model—and Hive, an autonomous edge platform for operationalizing building intelligence, PassiveLogic aspires to create environments that are not only efficient but also conducive to occupant quality and overall comfort.
The Next Decade of Transformation
As we look towards the future, the potential of intelligent and autonomous buildings is boundless. PassiveLogic envisions a future where every structure within the built environment operates autonomously, optimizing energy use while maintaining high-quality air standards and comfort for occupants. This mission not only speaks to sustainability but also to resilience, as these systems adapt and respond to fluctuating energy demands and grid pressures, a pressing concern in today’s context of climate change.
Kiessling remarked, "We are witnessing the emergence of a new technology category. Buildings, energy systems, and infrastructure will become autonomous participants in the economy, and PassiveLogic has built the technological foundation to make that future possible. I am excited to help scale that vision globally.” His words encapsulate the ambition that drives PassiveLogic as they aim to democratize engineering and facilitate a shift towards smarter, more sustainable urban spaces.
Looking Ahead
With Kiessling at the helm, PassiveLogic is poised for significant advancements in its offerings. The integration of Physical AI and intelligent infrastructure stands to transform not just the operational capabilities of buildings but to elevate the standard of living for individuals within these spaces. Furthermore, the economic viability of intelligent building operations is now expanding far beyond just high-end commercial properties, allowing for a wider application in various sectors.
As the company prepares for forthcoming developments and implementations in the industry, they remain committed to enhancing building performance through autonomy. This commitment is supported by a solid foundation of investors who believe in the transformative potential of PassiveLogic’s approach, including NVentures, Prologis Ventures, Addition, and others.
For more information on PassiveLogic and their groundbreaking initiatives, please visit
www.passivelogic.com.