What is submetering and how does it support energy consumption management?

Imagine knowing the energy consumption, voltage or power factor minute by minute.

This is the magic of submetering, a superpower in the hands of companies that move toward energy efficiency and cost savings on the electricity bill.

But here’s the crux of the matter: How can submetering, a term often lost in business jargon, shine in a time of energy uncertainty?

We tell you step by step.

What is submetering

Submetering, also known as partial energy measurement, consists of using independent and complementary measurement devices to those supplied by electrical companies to know the use of energy.

This technology not only allows you to be aware of your energy consumption, but also reveals which equipment is having the greatest impact on your bill. If you’ve ever wondered how to reduce energy costs, submetering may be an answer.

You’ll see.

By having access to accurate and critical data for negotiating with your suppliers, you will be able to make informed decisions and replace those devices that are wreaking havoc on your budget.

Measuring equipment in submetering

Here you have some equipment with which to start submetering in your facilities.

Revenue meters

The most common. They are the meters provided by the electricity companies. They offer information about the energy and power consumed.

Revenue meters owned outright or rented from an ESM

They provide real-time data on energy use within a facility, along with information on reactive energy, load profiles, voltage and power factor.

Power quality analyzers

In addition to consumption, they indicate the quality of the electrical supply and whether the installation consumes energy efficiently.

Why choose private meters and power quality analyzers

Private meters and analyzers are the most recommended equipment for submetering for three reasons.

1. Dozens of variables.A revenue meter provides you with two variables: active energy (kWh electricity consumption) and power. Meanwhile, with private analyzers and meters you have dozens of variables regarding: network quality, active and reactive energy, power, power factor, voltage or current.

2. Real-time data.Electricity suppliers often take time to provide data from their revenue meters. However, private meters and analyzers collect energy data every 15 minutes.

3. Objectivity. Private analyzers and meters operate independently of electricity suppliers’ billing cycles. Use them to simulate the electric bill or readjust the conditions of your contract.

Submetering and energy management systems

Combining the power of submetering with SGEn, also known as EMS → Energy Management System, is like having an expert team constantly working to optimize your consumption.

These innovative systems not only amplify the ability of submetering to provide you with detailed real-time data on your energy consumption, but also allow you to visualize and analyze data in a deep and effective way.

Going to the accounting room and writing down a record by hand is a thing of the past..

Imagine having a digital data history with all the information on electricity consumption without having to go to look at the meter or the analyzer.

In addition, you will have an intuitive control panel that shows you clear and understandable graphs about your consumption patterns.

Thanks to energy management systems, you can identify areas of waste and make decisions based on accurate information.

In addition, these systems make it easy to configure custom alerts and thresholds, ensuring that you are always aware of any unusual variations in your consumption.

The Impact in practice: stores and invoices under control

If you are part of a chain of stores, here is the twist that changes the game: with submetering, you can perform a deep, real-time analysis of the consumption of each of your stores.

You can anticipate problems, identify inefficiencies and take measures to optimize your resources.

But the story doesn’t end here: submetering allows you to do this analysis much sooner than with Datadis or other similar tools.

If you have ever felt like you are at the mercy of your energy bills, submetering is your shield. Private meters are the original source of the data your company charges you for. 

You have a second way to ensure that you are paying for what you really consume. It is an energy independence that translates into confidence and peace of mind.

The journey toward energy efficiency starts here

In a world where energy is a precious resource and prices fluctuate like the tides, submetering can be a reliable companion.

It is your opportunity to take control of your energy consumption, to anticipate costs and to open the door to more intelligent and efficient management. Are you ready to embrace a more efficient energy future?