In tenant power systems, smart meters are optimized through various strategies to make energy use efficient, reduce costs and maximize the integration of renewable energy sources. EnergyRadar and the MeterExtension play a critical role in this optimization by providing real-time data on energy consumption and enabling more accurate control.
Current situation in Germany
There are many family homes in Germany that would be suitable for a shared PV system.
The solar power generated can currently only be made available to the tenants and residents of an apartment building to a limited extent.
Each tenant or owner has their own contract with an electricity supplier.
An existing PV system feeds the solar power generated directly into the grid. However, this is not attractive in most cases due to the current remuneration.
Objective of tenant electricity
It is desirable that all tenants, if they so wish, benefit from the solar power they generate themselves. This requires the installation of a summation meter that measures the consumption and feed-in of electricity into the local distribution grid.
The MeterExtensions on the tenants' meters, the PV system and the summation meter make it easy to calculate the proportion of solar power usage and calculate a more favorable tariff for this proportion.
The building manager also takes on the role of an electricity supplier!
EnergyRadar provides the operator of the PV system and the tenants with an overview of the yield and status of the system anytime and anywhere.
For tenants:
The rising cost of energy is a major concern for many tenants. Many are already on the verge of breaking even and want efficient energy management with the primary aim of reducing costs. With the EnergyRadar solution, tenants have insight into their electricity consumption and cost savings anytime and anywhere. An added value for tenants that should not be underestimated.
For building managers
For building managers, the Energyradar Platform offers all the functions required to assign tenants to the respective tenant electricity community once a contract has been concluded with them.
In addition, you have an overview of your PV system in terms of solar power production and can react quickly and effectively to any changes in output.
Tenant electricity with EnergyRadar: your benefits at a glance
1. real-time data monitoring
Smart meters continuously measure energy consumption and provide real-time data on how much energy is being used. EnergyRadar analyzes this data and provides detailed insights to optimally manage energy consumption. The MeterExtension enables precise data collection in real time so that all relevant information is transmitted directly to the system, enabling an immediate response to consumption patterns.
2. integration with energy management systems (EMS)
Smart meters are integrated into an energy management system (EMS) that collects and analyzes the data from all smart meters in the building. EnergyRadar helps to monitor consumption data and provide recommendations for optimizing usage. With the MeterExtension, consumption data is recorded in real time, enabling dynamic control and adjustment of energy consumption in real time.
3. peak load management
Smart meters identify peak times of energy consumption, which are then monitored by EnergyRadar to optimize energy usage. The MeterExtension supports these processes by providing real-time data that makes it possible to manage energy consumption efficiently and maximize the use of solar energy at peak load times.
4. dynamic pricing
Some tenant electricity models use dynamic pricing based on real-time data. EnergyRadar optimizes the use of this data to identify and adjust the best consumption times, further reducing costs for tenants. The MeterExtension provides accurate consumption data that enables correct billing and dynamic pricing adjustments.
5. consumption-based billing
Smart meters enable consumption-based billing, where tenants only pay for the electricity they draw from the solar system. EnergyRadar provides precise analyses to optimize consumption and create transparency. The MeterExtension records and transmits consumption data in real time so that billing is always up-to-date and correct.
6. recommendations on energy efficiency
EnergyRadar offers individual recommendations for reducing energy consumption based on real consumption data. The MeterExtension ensures that this data is collected in real time so that recommendations can be sent immediately to tenants or property managers in order to manage consumption efficiently.
7. automatic control of energy-intensive appliances
In advanced tenant power systems, smart meters can be connected to smart home devices to automatically adjust usage based on the availability of solar energy. EnergyRadar helps to control these devices by providing precise consumption information. With the MeterExtension, the data can be immediately collected and used to control devices such as heaters or electric car chargers when solar power is available.
8. forecasting and data analysis
EnergyRadar uses the data from the smart meters to forecast energy consumption and make recommendations for future savings. The MeterExtension ensures that these forecasts are based on accurate, up-to-date, real-time data, enabling more precise planning and optimization of energy consumption.
In summary, the optimization of smart meters and the integration of EnergyRadar and MeterExtension ensure that energy is used efficiently, costs are minimized and the system responds dynamically to energy demand and available renewable energy. These technologies enable more sustainable energy use and increase energy efficiency, which benefits both tenants and property managers.
