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NEW ENERGY MANAGEMENT DEVICES CUTS CARBON EMISSIONS BY TO 15 PER CENT
NEW GUIDE SHOWS HOW TO MANAGE ENERGY COSTS IN CHALLENGING TIMES
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BB’s latest range of smart devices – System pro M compact InSite – provide a scalable cloud-integrated solution to optimize and manage
energy consumption, reducing CO2 emissions by up to 15 per cent and delivering up to 20 per cent savings on energy bills. As one of its solutions for its Smart Cities’ Mission to Zero initiative,
which will support customers in operating more sustainably today and in the future, ABB launches a new range of connected devices to support energy and asset management in electrical distribution. Designed for commercial and industrial buildings, the System pro M
compact InSite range can be installed as a standalone solution or integrated into any IT infrastructure, such as the cloud-based ABB Ability EDCS platform, to help users achieve the highest standard of energy efficiency compliance and save up to 20 per cent on energy bills. By enabling end-users to achieve the highest level of energy efficiency
certification, ABB estimates the InSite range could also increase the value of a facility by 5 per cent. Oliver Iltisberger, managing director of ABB’s Smart Buildings business
line explains: “ABB is committed to writing the future of safe, smart and sustainable electrification, for everything from industry and buildings to infrastructure and transportation. Our Smart Cities’ Mission to Zero initiative aims to demonstrate how energy transition can succeed sustainably through digital energy management. “Our new System pro M compact InSite range of connected devices not
only contributes to an end-user’s sustainability goals but the amount saved in reduced energy costs means that payback on the initial investment is achieved more quickly.” ABB’s ready-made, pre-assembled InSite kit packages are designed to
make sub and final electrical distribution smarter with minimal effort. They allow any system to be easily upgraded, reducing installation and configuration time to nearly zero, and in turn, minimising costly operational downtime. Once installed, end-users have total transparency over how the
electrical system is performing thanks to the constant diagnostics of the system and the availability of real time notifications. In addition, they can program actions on the intuitive web user interface that automatically react to the system conditions without the need for manual intervention. The solution delivers the highest data security standards (by encrypted
SNMP V3 and SSL certificate) as well as continuous upgrades, thanks to regular firmware updates. Central to the range is the SCU100 control unit, that has been specifically developed to allow users to better manage energy in sub-distribution panel boards. It can gather data from up to 16 energy and power meters, as well current sensors for branch measurement. To enable monitoring and control of the complete energy distribution
system, the range is completed with a flexible choice of input and output modules, which can be easily connected to ABB’s System pro M compact accessories of MCBs and RCDs, as well as other DIN-rail products with digital inputs or outputs. They can also be connected to pulse meters – such as gas or water – to collect utilities consumption. Once collected on the intuitive web user interface, data can be used for a variety of needs, from reducing energy consumption to identifying potential risks to operational continuity and the implementation of automated actions.
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entrica Business Solutions has published a new guide that details five opportunities to help businesses manage energy costs in
challenging times. The publication shows organisations how they can balance commercial
success with environmental responsibility by taking advantage of sustainable energy opportunities. This can help drive business efficiency and resilience, as well as reducing costs and carbon emissions. Today, organisations across the world are operating in the face of
unprecedented disruption and market uncertainty. They are seeking ways to be more efficient and reduce outgoing spend, so they can deliver for their customers, whilst still generating revenue to keep their business on track. As a major overhead, energy is a good place to focus. A 20% cut in
energy costs can represent the same bottom line benefit as a 5% increase in sales. However, many businesses are unclear how to achieve cost efficiencies without jeopardising carbon reduction targets or spending large sums of money. Advances in technology, digitalisation and new financing models are
opening up affordable new opportunities to make long-term energy savings, while also helping businesses to work towards their net-zero ambitions. The new guide explains how energy can be a driver for commercial
value and business growth. It sets out five proven methods businesses can use to deliver on both their financial and environmental goals.
Centrica
centricabusinesssolutions.com
SWITCH2 ENERGY LAUNCH NEW COVID-19 WEBINAR SERIES
Heat network developers and operators can keep up to date on the latest know-how during the Covid-19 period via fortnightly interactive webinars, launched by Switch2 Energy. The online event is suitable for local authorities, housing
associations, private developers, consultants and contractors – with responsibility for developing and managing heat networks. "Current Covid-19 restrictions demonstrate how critical it is to
minimise physical site visits", said Ian Allan, head of strategy for Switch2 Energy. "The ability to remotely monitor and manage heat network plant rooms means many issues can be examined and addressed immediately without engineers travelling to site for every maintenance requirement.
Switch2 Energy
switch2.co.uk
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