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There are many ways a business can improve its ‘bottom line’ to cut costs and increase profits. One way to do this that is often neglected, which can help a business to become more sustainable as well as cutting costs, is by using a Building Energy Management System (BEMS). The system consists of software and hardware that allow you to monitor, analyse, and control every aspect of an estate\u2019s energy consumption, from lighting to HVAC. Critically, the software provides consumption data that allows you to identify where energy savings can be made. Matthew Margetts reports<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking back at developments after the industrial revolution, it\u2019s clear that previous success in optimising the financial aspects of a business has come at significant environmental and societal costs. Today, the voices of investors, financiers, and society at large are growing louder in demanding transparency of environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance, forcing all organisations to take a long, hard look at their value and true impact on society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a drastic change to society\u2019s view of viable and desirable economic models, we\u2019re looking beyond pure profit to an organisation\u2019s broader purpose and performance. In this model, all roads lead to energy reduction as part of a net zero strategy. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), businesses should be striving to cut global carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. And with mounting pressure to demonstrate ESG policies and practices, it\u2019s no longer tenable for organisations to opt-out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While most companies embrace the value of ecologically-beneficial requirements, many of them feel daunted by sustainability reporting standards and frameworks. Without a system to monitor changes and inefficiencies, it is incredibly difficult for companies to assess and reduce their energy usage. This is where a building energy management system (BEMS) can harness the power of technology to help companies enhance transparency and communication of their climate-change data and efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Building energy management is a cornerstone of building energy sustainability, net-zero targets, and ESG reporting. Digitising building systems management also enables building managers to focus on occupant health and well-being, conduct proactive performance improvements and make buildings more human-centric. Essentially, making a building smarter makes it more environmentally friendly and sustainable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is a BEMS?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A building energy management system (BEMS) is a sophisticated building management solution that allows buildings to become smarter, more interconnected, responsive, and adaptable. The system consists of software and hardware that allow you to monitor, analyse, and control every aspect of an estate\u2019s energy consumption, from lighting to HVAC. Critically, the software provides consumption data that allows you to identify where energy savings can be made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turning data into opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key to the power of BEMS is that energy consumption isn’t just monitored; it\u2019s analysed and instantly optimised to deliver immediate energy savings across your entire estate. Integrating a building energy management system into your premises allows you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Control lighting and heating in relation to room occupancy<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Keep building occupants comfortable and productive<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Monitor energy consumption against factors that influence it (e.g., outside air temperature)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Modify building services around operational requirements<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Identify energy inefficiency and keep track of energy consumption trends<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Save money on your energy costs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Reduce your carbon footprint<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Forecast proactive maintenance activities and end-of-life failures<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And because a BEMS analyses when and where energy is being used, you\u2019ll be able to set limits and targets based on usage profiles that increase the efficiency of your business. I recommend a cloud-based system such as Smarter Technologies\u2019 SmarterView, which displays customised energy dashboards that show key consumption information. The system also generates bespoke reporting that provides analysis and insights into daily, monthly and annual trends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BEMS benefits<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Improved operational efficiency and reduction in operational costs<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Better operations and maintenance of a connected, healthy workplace<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Better occupant experience, comfort and safety<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Renewable energy generation load balancing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Reduce payments to the Government\u2019s CCL (Climate Change Levy)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Drive energy sustainability across community ecosystems<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Energy and environmental footprint management<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Lower energy consumption and carbon emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Enhance corporate social responsibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Improve stakeholder value<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BEMS play a crucial role in achieving net-zero emissions targets and ESG requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Net-zero emissions policies and corporate environmental ESG goals act as catalysts for this drive toward better energy management and the reduction of energy use in buildings. Along with energy reduction, employee well-being and ethical working practices are also important ESG criteria. All of these factors now play an influential role in the investment community’s financial decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BEMS are able to deliver on these objectives by lowering the energy intensity of buildings and improving occupant experiences. As such, the implementation of building energy management systems will continue to increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Matthew Margetts is Smarter Technologies Group<\/a><\/strong> Director of Sales and Marketing. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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