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JLL has announced the record-setting sale of Flatiron Park, a life sciences and office campus in Boulder, Colorado, covering one million square feet. Sold to BioMed Realty, a Blackstone company, the transaction is noted as the largest single asset sale in Colorado history. The property is 90% leased to leading firms in technology and life sciences, featuring amenities like an on-site gym and restaurants. The campus's location near the University of Colorado Boulder provides access to a highly educated workforce, enhancing its appeal for future growth.

BioMed Realty has acquired Flatiron Park in Boulder, Colorado, a 1 million square foot life science and office campus that is 90% leased. This strategic acquisition allows BioMed to expand its portfolio in a high-demand market, anticipating an additional $200 million investment for redevelopment, creating nearly 400 local construction jobs. The acquisition positions BioMed in a vibrant innovation community, enhancing its capacity to support life science firms. This move aligns with BioMed's goal to foster innovation and community engagement.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management announced the outcomes from the annual shareholder meeting for the Goldman Sachs MLP and Energy Renaissance Fund (GER). Shareholders elected three Class I Trustees: Cheryl K. Beebe, Lawrence Hughes, and Michael Latham. The closed-end fund focuses on achieving high total returns, primarily investing in midstream MLPs and other energy-related sectors. As of December 31, 2021, Goldman Sachs manages over $2 trillion in assets worldwide, underscoring its significant influence in the investment landscape.

TemperPack Technologies, a leader in sustainable thermal insulation, has successfully raised $140 million in new equity financing, primarily backed by Goldman Sachs Asset Management. This funding aims to enhance TemperPack's production capacity and expand its market reach. The firm has seen rapid growth due to its eco-friendly ClimaCell thermal liners, which serve as alternatives to polystyrene in shipping perishable goods. The partnership with Goldman Sachs highlights a commitment to sustainability, reflecting the growing demand for environmentally responsible packaging solutions.

Goldman Sachs Renewable Power has launched the Slate solar and energy storage project in Kings County, California. This 390 MW solar and 561 MWh storage facility will supply clean energy to five organizations, including Bay Area Rapid Transit and Stanford University. The project is expected to power about 126,000 homes and reduce carbon emissions by approximately 369,310 metric tons annually. With 405 local workers during peak construction, Slate aims to enhance California’s renewable energy goals and reliability during peak demand hours.

Eagle Global, a women and minority-owned gaming provider, has secured a $50 million financing agreement with Goldman Sachs Asset Management to merge two COAM businesses. This merger positions Eagle as a leader in Georgia's Coin Operated Amusement Machine industry. The funds will support future expansions through acquisitions and growth capital expenditures. The partnership emphasizes a shared vision for inclusivity and superior service in the gaming sector, aiming for organic and acquisition-driven growth.

GridPoint has secured a $75 million investment led by Goldman Sachs' Sustainable Investing Group and Shell Ventures, aimed at enhancing its technology solutions for commercial building decarbonization. This strategic funding will accelerate GridPoint’s growth initiatives, focusing on optimizing energy efficiency across 30 million commercial buildings globally. The investment is expected to reduce energy costs and bolster sustainability efforts, addressing growing energy reliability challenges.

Goldman Sachs BDC reported Q4 2021 financials with a net investment income per share of $0.56 and adjusted net investment income per share of $0.48, reflecting a 12.1% annualized yield. Earnings per share were $0.38. A first-quarter dividend of $0.45 was declared. The company’s net asset value per share decreased slightly by 0.4% to $15.86. New investment commitments totaled $722.9 million, while total investments at fair value reached $3.92 billion. The net debt to equity ratio increased to 1.14x from 0.91x, indicating rising leverage.