Energy consumption and emissions are key concerns for most businesses today. 26% of global energy emissions come from building operations, which makes implementing sustainability practices critical for commercial buildings. Facility operators who want to improve their buildings’ energy efficiency can take a step towards sustainability with an energy monitoring system.
Below, we’ll discuss the benefits of using energy monitoring systems for commercial buildings and how you can successfully implement one with Planit.
Why Your Building’s Energy Efficiency Matters
Sustainable practices among commercial and industrial sites are becoming increasingly important. Recent studies suggest that an average of 30% of energy consumption in commercial facilities goes to waste. This is often caused by numerous hidden problems in a building’s infrastructure, such as outdated HVAC and improper insulation. The more energy that goes to waste, the more emissions your building gives off, and the more your operational bills will climb.
Energy-efficient systems can help companies save on operational costs, streamline maintenance, improve the comfort of their staff members, and contribute to the future of commercial growth in a more sustainable manner. One of the best ways your commercial site can improve its energy consumption is with an energy monitoring system.
What Is an Energy Monitoring System (EMS)?
An Energy monitoring system (EMS) is a tool that enables facility managers to monitor how much gas and electricity their building uses on a daily basis. These systems combine a number of advanced IoT (Internet of Things) sensors and tools to assess HVAC, lighting systems, water heating systems, and plug loads (the amount of power used by computers, appliances, and equipment).
EMS systems offer Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for energy consumption patterns, flag potential abnormalities and system wear in HVAC and electrical systems, and real-time sensors to catch problems before they become more advanced. With the right EMS partner, you can see your building’s overall energy consumption improve in no time!
The Benefits of Using an EMS for Your Commercial Site
If you’re considering implementing an energy monitoring system in your commercial building, work with our team at Planit. Here are a few ways your building and company as a whole can benefit from one of our expert EMS systems:
Pinpoint energy wasters: Our advanced IoT sensors will pinpoint energy wasters in your HVAC, electricity, and water heating systems immediately and indicate potential solutions to the problems at hand.
Access real-time data about your energy consumption: Advanced machine learning systems monitor your building’s energy usage by accessing real-time data, allowing building managers to track their energy consumption over time with minute-by-minute snapshots.
Reduce emissions and stay compliant: Many commercial businesses are required to report their carbon emissions (via the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program in Canada) and comply with standards such as ISO, ENERGY STAR, and LEED. An energy monitoring system can help you report more accurate numbers and maintain your hard-earned accreditations.
Enhance employee and customer comfort: Energy efficiency covers more than a lower utility bill and reduced emissions; it can also contribute greatly to the comfort of your facility’s employees and customers. HVAC and lighting systems that are working overtime can cause issues with your building’s heat and air quality, cause lights to flicker or shut off unexpectedly, and other potential problems.
Deploying IoT sensors and tools to analyze your energy system will enable you and your staff to pinpoint and maintain adequate settings for temperature, air circulation, lighting, water heating, and more to maintain an efficient and comfortable work environment.
Reduce Your Building’s Energy Consumption with Planit
For over 30 years, Planit has been at the forefront of building documentation. We deploy state-of-the-art tools like IoT sensors, digital twins, and LiDAR scanners to create accurate, detailed floor plans, 3D models, and building optimization plans like EMS systems. If you want to reduce energy consumption and improve your facility’s infrastructure, our expert team is here to help.
Visit our Services page to learn more about our work with energy monitoring systems and see examples of our past work.
