Energy Management Systems (EMS)

Through the use of energy management systems, it is possible to control generator plants and consumers manually, but also automatically, based on previously conducted data analyses. The aim is to optimise costs, increase efficiency, reduce resource consumption and give preference to certain producers or consumers. Load peaks can be avoided through intelligent systems. The expansion of renewable energies in particular is making energy systems more complex. An energy management system is a prerequisite for establishing a smart factory in your company. It provides the necessary transparency of energy flows.

The prerequisite for managing energy flows is the collection and evaluation of data.

Prerequisite

Energy data collection

In order for energy systems to be managed effectively, data must first be collected. Energy data is collected directly at switchgears by means of measuring transformers. These are then forwarded to the infrastructure via standard protocols and archived.

Energy data management system (evaluation of energy data)

Energy data management systems (EDMS) record all energy flows of a company. In the process, the energy consumed is allocated to the energy consumers. This is usually done using IoT solutions. The energy efficiency can then be determined from the data.

In addition, the efficiency can be specifically influenced after the "power guzzlers" have been identified. This is not only good for the company's energy balance, but also for its ecological footprint by reducing C02 emissions. In addition, there is certification according to ISO 50001, which supports the establishment of EDMS in your company. It is particularly important that you also enable your employees to recognise concrete needs for action. The energy awareness of your company plays a particularly important role in today's climate change. Efficiency is considered climate-friendly, so you can actively use the ISO 50001 audit certificate to convey a positive company image.

More than half a million companies give away several billion euros to the treasury every year because they do not allow themselves to be relieved of electricity and energy taxes. Certification according to ISO 50001, however, would lead to tax relief for companies (peak compensation in the Energy and Electricity Tax Act).

The legislator also promotes the commitment of companies in financial terms, whether with the peak compensation under the Energy and Electricity Tax Act, the Special Compensation Scheme (BesAR) under § 63 ff EEG 2017 or targeted funding opportunities.

Machine learning and intelligent energy management

Machine learning can become a decisive competitive advantage when it comes to optimising systems. The energy system is no exception. Companies can forecast future electricity consumption based on old data from the last few years. Large consumers can make these findings available to electricity producers in order to obtain better electricity tariffs, if necessary. In addition, critical consumers can be identified.

Energy tax relief - Quick Check

You can calculate roughly how much tax you can save in your company on the following website.
http://www.energiesteuer.de/quick-check.html