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Automated submetering – the future of energy monitoring
Automated submetering is the future of energy monitoring – whether in residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Elvaco develops digital submetering solutions based on the EED (EU Energy Efficiency Directive), ranging from meters and measurement devices to comprehensive IoT infrastructure and software platforms. Discover the potential of automated submetering with Elvaco!
What is submetering?
Submetering refers to the recording and billing of the consumption of heating, hot water and cold water for individual units. This contrasts with traditional metering, where the energy and water consumption is measured at the main connection point of the building.
What is automated submetering?
Automated submetering uses communicative technologies to monitor individual residential, office or industrial units. Special measurement devices are used for this, such as heat cost allocators and smart heat meters and water meters. Data is transmitted via interoperable communication standards, collected by central gateways and processed by measurement device management software.
From EED to national regulations – the legal basis for automated submetering
There are specific legal requirements that apply to automated submetering. These provide the framework for implementing energy-saving measures and ensure that consumers are billed transparently and fairly according to their actual energy and water consumption.
The EU Energy Efficiency Directive (EED) requires Member States to reduce their energy consumption by 32.5% by 2030 compared with 2007, with the ultimate aim of reducing CO2 emissions. This will be achieved through measures such as the detailed monitoring of energy consumption, together with a requirement for the consumption data to be provided to consumers on a regular basis.
Seven good reasons why you should use automated submetering
Why should submetering be automated in all residential or commercial buildings? We have seven good reasons why you should:
- Compliance with legal requirements: Automated submetering helps owners meet their legal requirements for recording and billing consumption and avoids legal risks.
- Process efficiency: Automated submetering enables the regular, fast and accurate recording of consumption figures without the need for site visits.
- Fair cost allocation: Recording consumption accurately enables costs to be allocated fairly to different apartments or commercial units.
- Transparency and control: Automated submetering enables residents to closely monitor their energy use and compare their current consumption with their own previous year’s figures as well as with the average user.
- Energy-saving incentives: Having a continuous overview of their own consumption motivates residents to live more energy-efficiently and reduce their consumption.
- System optimisation: Transparency of consumption provides owners with a solid basis of information for strategic decisions to optimise their energy technology and provides an important foundation for external reporting (e.g. ESG report)
- Environmental protection: Automated submetering encourages the conscientious use of energy and resources, which contributes to environmental protection and the reduction of CO2 emissions.
Introduction of automated submetering a win-win situation
Introducing automated submetering is a win-win situation for all concerned – the building owner, the tenant and the meter service provider. Take a look at the range of benefits of digital submetering:
Owners & Landlords
Automated submetering increases tenant satisfaction, as digital meter readings avoid inaccuracy and eliminate the need for appointments. Owners can also provide tenants with transparent monthly consumption data, reducing the number of queries/complaints and making energy saving easier.
Consumers
For tenants, remote meter reading using automated submetering means greater flexibility, as they do not have to wait at home for a meter reader to visit. They can also see a detailed breakdown of their energy consumption, enabling them to monitor their energy costs and make changes to reduce them.
Companies
Companies that use submetering automatically receive their consumption data together with their bill. This allows operations to track where and how much energy is being used at any given time and so enables better monitoring and control of energy consumption. The result is optimised processes and reduced costs.
Meter service providers
The interoperability of devices and the ease of system integration and data processing provide significant submetering benefits to meter service providers and municipal utilities. Automated remote reading reduces staff costs and allows you to focus on your core business and additional services. Installing state-of-the-art equipment such as the Elvaco Edge ensures quick start-up and easy maintenance without the need for specially trained personnel.
From residential to industrial – a range of uses
Submetering can be implemented wherever water and heat are used. Submetering has proven to be particularly useful where a building is used independently by multiple consumption units, for example in multi-occupancy housing or office buildings. The most common uses of submetering are:
- Submetering in residential properties
- Submetering in commercial properties
- Submetering in industry
Modern submetering with Elvaco
Start using automated submetering now for energy efficiency and cost-effectiveness for all concerned! Elvaco will provide you with the technical reading infrastructure and the expertise to successfully implement submetering in your project.
FAQs about submetering
How does automated submetering work?
Automated submetering uses measurement devices that can be read remotely, such as heat cost allocators, heat meters and water meters that are installed in individual consumption units such as apartments or offices. These devices record the individual water and energy consumption, which is then read remotely and billed accurately.
What are the benefits of automated submetering?
Automated submetering provides greater transparency and control over energy consumption, increases energy efficiency and ensures compliance with legal requirements. Consumers benefit from cost savings through energy-conscious behaviour and fair cost allocation. Digital submetering enables meter service providers to save on staff and so cut costs.
Any questions? Please contact us!
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