Yet, all of these programs and initiatives have focused only on the reduction of overall consumption, not managing the building load. The industry has been striving to make incremental gains on an ever-escalating exponential problem. We can no longer attempt to solve this problem in small, incremental steps. We need an intelligent platform to manage and optimize the building’s assets while also optimizing energy consumption in accordance with utility rates that recognize and reward this capability.
This is a very complex issue with many variables that must be managed simultaneously. Buildings must operate within the occupant’s business rules to ensure their brand is protected with a consistent and positive customer experience. Further, building operators and building controls must also manage energy consumption in accordance with complex utility rate structures.