Why measure cooling consumption?
Control over energy costs. Cooling can be a significant part of energy costs, especially during warm periods. By measuring cooling energy, property owners and businesses can gain better control over these costs and identify areas where cooling can be made more efficient.
Optimized operation and comfort. Cooling measurement provides insight into how the cooling system operates and whether the cooling is tailored to needs. By adjusting cooling according to occupancy and climate conditions, a more comfortable environment can be created for those in the building while reducing energy consumption.
Environment and sustainability. Cooling measurement helps reduce energy consumption, which decreases the building's climate impact. For property owners with sustainability goals, it is important to monitor and optimize energy use even for cooling, to reduce both energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Identification of inefficient systems and operational disturbances. If cooling consumption suddenly increases, it may be a sign of problems in the cooling system, such as leaks or incorrect operating parameters. By measuring cooling power, such issues can be identified at an early stage, which can help avoid costly repairs and operational disturbances.
Compliance with environmental certification requirements. Cooling measurement is often a requirement for obtaining environmental certifications, such as BREEAM or LEED, as these certifications require monitoring and optimizing energy use. By measuring cooling energy, buildings can more easily achieve certification goals and improve their energy efficiency.
Basis for energy optimization and investments. Data from cooling measurements can help property managers make informed decisions about investments in energy-efficient solutions, such as better insulation, smart cooling systems, or solar shading windows. This can lead to long-term cost savings and better energy optimization.
Enkey's solution for cooling measurement
Enkey's cooling energy meter connects wirelessly to Enkey Building Insight®, allowing real-time readings of cooling power and temperatures as well as cooling consumption. This is cost-effective and facilitates analysis and optimization, as measurement data is collected and visualized automatically.