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maintenance impact. Data analytics software takes the additional step of interpreting the data – showing not just where but why inefficiencies occur. Engineers then convert this intelligence into ‘actionable information’ for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance, as well as for solving more complicated operational challenges.
Monitor your data to reduce energy consumption
As the nation progresses towards a more sustainable future, energy visibility is paramount. With this in mind, advances in monitoring and metering are paving the way for businesses to gain greater insight into energy use, writes Poonam Walid, category marketing manager, Power Monitoring at Schneider Electric
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any factors – the rate and scale of urbanisation, population and
economic growth, market demand and regulatory conditions – are driving the demand for more efficient buildings. By 2030 electrical consumption will be over 70% higher than it is today, and energy efficiency solutions will account for 57% of reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. In the UK, the issue of creating a more sustainable low carbon economy is largely dominated by how energy should be generated in the future. Commercial buildings are responsible for 10% of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions and play a key role in helping the UK to meet its 2050 Climate Change Act targets. However, realising there is much to be gained from increasing energy efficiency in commercial buildings, landlords are becoming aware of power monitoring solutions. Effective metering and monitoring
provides crucial information about how buildings are performing, enabling improvements to be implemented straight away. The ability to identify and quantify energy usage is often enough to bring about energy-saving changes in practices and behaviours, such as reducing waste and avoiding peak utility rates. As an example, in a single-operator, owner- occupied office building, an effective metering and monitoring systems can bring immediate energy savings of 10%.
LEGISLATION The price of energy will continue to rise
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and the government will introduce more legislation to drive carbon reduction to meet the Kyoto Target for 2020. One key legislation that is driving metering and monitoring in the market is Part L of the Building Regulations, which states that at least 90% of the estimated annual energy consumption of each fuel should be assigned to the various end-use categories – such as heating, lighting etc. For example, energy meters should be
installed in all non–dwellings so that at least 90% of energy use can be calculated by category; and in buildings with a total useful floor area greater than 1000m2
Schneider Electric has developed the Power Monitoring Expert for large buildings, and Gateway devices for small to medium size buildings. These are an advanced range of metering and software systems that monitor, record and report a building’s energy use in order to help reduce energy costs and maximise efficiencies
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metering system should enable automatic meter reading and data collection. To obtain this information, software- based solutions and gateways are needed that push data from the various metering device to a single, accessible platform. This will enable companies to analyse exactly where their energy consumption is being used most. Technology has become an important
part of building management, with tools being developed to meet demands – from dashboards to automated analytics for large buildings and gateway devices for small to medium sized buildings. Each tool, however, requires training plus an investment in IT infrastructure and support. Best-in-class software automatically
highlights trends in energy and equipment use, identifies faults, provides root-cause analysis, and prioritises opportunities for improvement based on cost, comfort and
USING THE RIGHT TOOLS The objective of metering and monitoring is to help buildings reduce carbon emissions and make energy savings. However, the right tools are needed to uncover all opportunities, avoid risks, track progress against goals and verify success. To help, Schneider Electric has
developed the Power Monitoring Expert for large buildings, and Gateway devices for small to medium size buildings. These are an advanced range of metering and software systems that monitor, record and report a building’s energy use in order to help reduce energy costs and maximise efficiencies. A PowerLogic system enables fast
response to potential problems as it provides three options – information displayed in an internet browser; information displayed on a specially designed system; or the choice to have a remote system that can be monitored and provide energy services to help make their business more efficient. It delivers the key performance indicators and analytics that are needed to strategically balance emissions, efficiency, reliability and cost. This makes it possible to better manage energy in financial and environmental terms.
BE PROACTIVE The combination of data analytics, managed services and ongoing support from experienced building engineers can have a real impact on energy consumption, operational efficiency, occupant comfort, and the financial well-being of buildings. The right analytics solution will proactively help facility managers achieve performance- based utility incentives and build a lower carbon footprint – all while driving a positive ROI, increasing portfolio value, and maximising investments. The UK Government is committed to reducing Carbon emissions by 80% by 2050 and 40% of the UK’s energy consumption and carbon emissions coming from the way our buildings are lit, heated and used. This means that how these buildings operate and consume power will need to change – and quickly.
Schneider Electric
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