But does it know which parts of the business are responsible for most of that consumption?
That's a different question.
The Electricity Bill Doesn't Tell the Whole Story
A bill provides overall consumption and costs.
It doesn't necessarily tell you:
“The air conditioning used this much.”
or
“This production equipment created the largest demand.”
Energy monitoring can provide greater visibility into electricity use.
Why Does That Matter?
Suppose a business is considering solar. Without understanding its energy profile, it may be difficult to determine how the system should align with the property's actual demand. The same applies to batteries and energy management.
Look for Patterns
Energy consumption can change depending on:
Time of day
Production schedules
Weather
Equipment operation
Occupancy
Seasonal conditions
A commercial building might have high demand during business hours, while another facility may operate around the clock.
Then Ask the Bigger Question
Once the major energy loads are understood, the business can begin considering what changes may be appropriate.
That might involve:
Energy efficiency - Solar - Battery storage - Energy management - Load management
Renostain
Renostain's Energy Management solutions can be considered alongside Electrical Design and Solar/Renewable Energy to help businesses approach energy requirements as a complete system.