IoT for Energy Efficiency: Turn Consumption Data into Actionable Savings
Stop guessing where your energy budget is going. We build and deploy intelligent IoT systems that give you granular control to cut waste, prevent failures, and achieve your sustainability targets.
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The Errna Advantage in Energy Optimization
End-to-End Managed Service
We handle everything from strategy and hardware sourcing to deployment, data integration, and 24/7 support. You get the results without the operational headache, allowing your team to stay focused on their core tasks.
Guaranteed ROI Modeling
We don't just promise savings; we prove them. Before any commitment, we provide a detailed ROI and payback period analysis based on your specific operational data, giving you the financial certainty to move forward.
Seamless System Integration
Our solutions are built to enhance, not replace. We specialize in integrating with your existing Building Management Systems (BMS), SCADA, and ERPs, creating a unified data ecosystem for unparalleled operational insight.
AI-Powered Predictive Analytics
Go beyond simple monitoring. Our machine learning models analyze energy patterns to predict equipment failures before they happen, transforming your maintenance strategy from reactive to proactive and preventing costly downtime.
Bank-Grade Data Security
Your operational data is critical. We implement end-to-end encryption and adhere to the highest security standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2) to ensure your data is protected from device to cloud, giving you complete peace of mind.
Verifiable ESG Reporting
Turn your sustainability goals into achievements. Our platform automates the generation of auditable energy consumption and carbon emission reports, simplifying compliance with regulations and satisfying stakeholder demands.
Industrial-Grade Hardware
Reliability is non-negotiable. We partner with leading manufacturers to deploy robust, industrial-grade sensors and gateways designed to perform accurately in the most demanding physical environments, ensuring data you can trust.
CMMI Level 5 Process Maturity
Our project delivery is optimized for quality and efficiency. As a CMMI Level 5 appraised company, we follow proven, repeatable processes that minimize risk, ensure on-time delivery, and guarantee high-quality outcomes.
24/7 Expert Support
Your operations don't stop, and neither do we. Our global support team is available around the clock to ensure your systems are running optimally and to provide expert assistance whenever you need it.
Our IoT Solutions for Energy Efficiency
We deliver a comprehensive suite of IoT applications designed to address every facet of energy consumption in your organization. From smart building automation to industrial asset optimization, our solutions provide the visibility and control you need to drive down costs and boost sustainability.
Smart HVAC Optimization
HVAC systems are often the largest energy consumers in commercial buildings. We use IoT sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, and occupancy in real-time, allowing our AI algorithms to dynamically adjust heating and cooling for optimal comfort and maximum efficiency, often reducing HVAC energy costs by over 25%.
- Reduces energy waste in unoccupied zones.
- Maintains consistent comfort levels for occupants.
- Predicts HVAC maintenance needs based on runtime and performance data.
Intelligent Lighting Control Systems
Move beyond simple timers. Our smart lighting solutions use occupancy sensors and ambient light detectors to ensure lights are only on when and where they are needed, and at the appropriate brightness. This simple change can cut lighting-related energy expenses by up to 90%.
- Automates lighting schedules based on actual building usage.
- Enables "daylight harvesting" to reduce artificial light use.
- Provides centralized control and monitoring for entire facilities.
Occupancy-Based Energy Automation
We extend real-time occupancy data beyond just HVAC and lighting. Our system can automatically power down non-essential equipment like monitors, printers, and water coolers in empty rooms or zones, eliminating a significant source of "phantom load" and energy waste.
- Creates truly "smart" rooms that power down when vacant.
- Provides clear data on space utilization for better facility planning.
- Integrates with room booking systems for proactive energy management.
Automated Submetering & Billing
For multi-tenant buildings or departmental chargebacks, manual meter reading is inefficient and prone to errors. We install smart submeters that automate data collection, providing precise, verifiable energy usage data for accurate and transparent billing.
- Eliminates manual labor and human error in meter reading.
- Provides tenants with visibility into their own consumption.
- Enables fair and accurate allocation of energy costs.
Centralized Multi-Site Energy Management
Managing energy across a portfolio of properties is a major challenge. We provide a unified cloud dashboard that consolidates real-time data from all your locations, allowing you to compare performance, identify outliers, and enforce energy policies consistently from a single screen.
- Enables portfolio-wide benchmarking and performance tracking.
- Identifies best practices from top-performing sites to replicate elsewhere.
- Allows for remote diagnostics and control, reducing travel costs.
Real-Time Equipment Monitoring
Gain granular visibility into the energy consumption of individual assets, from production machinery to pumps and motors. Our sensors track power draw, runtime, and other key metrics, revealing inefficiencies and opportunities for process optimization that are invisible at the main meter level.
- Identifies energy-hogging equipment for replacement or repair.
- Correlates energy use with production output for efficiency KPIs.
- Provides the foundational data for predictive maintenance.
Predictive Maintenance for Energy Assets
Unexpected equipment failure leads to costly downtime and emergency repairs. Our AI analyzes energy consumption patterns to detect subtle anomalies that signal impending failure. This allows you to schedule maintenance proactively, maximizing asset lifespan and operational uptime.
- Reduces unplanned downtime by up to 70%.
- Lowers maintenance costs by shifting from reactive to planned work.
- Improves safety by addressing issues before they become critical.
Cold Chain & Refrigeration Monitoring
For supermarkets, warehouses, and pharmaceuticals, refrigeration is a critical and energy-intensive process. Our IoT solutions provide 24/7 monitoring of temperature and compressor efficiency, ensuring product safety while optimizing energy use and preventing costly spoilage.
- Ensures compliance with temperature-sensitive regulations.
- Alerts staff immediately to temperature deviations or equipment faults.
- Optimizes defrost cycles and compressor performance to save energy.
Compressed Air System Optimization
Compressed air is a notoriously inefficient utility, with leaks alone often accounting for 20-30% of total energy consumption. We deploy sensors to monitor pressure, flow, and power across your system to pinpoint leaks and optimize compressor staging for significant savings.
- Quickly identifies and quantifies the cost of air leaks.
- Ensures compressors operate at their most efficient setpoints.
- Reduces unnecessary runtime and wear on expensive equipment.
Data Center Infrastructure Management (DCIM)
In data centers, energy efficiency is paramount for both cost and performance. Our IoT solutions monitor environmental conditions (temperature, humidity) and power distribution at the rack level, enabling optimized cooling and power management to lower your PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness).
- Prevents hotspots and ensures optimal operating conditions for IT gear.
- Improves capacity planning by tracking real-time power and space usage.
- Reduces cooling costs, the largest energy expense in most data centers.
Peak Demand Management & Load Balancing
High peak demand charges can constitute a large portion of your electricity bill. Our system monitors your total load in real-time and can automatically shed non-critical loads or activate on-site generation/storage during peak periods to keep you below expensive demand thresholds.
- Lowers electricity bills by directly reducing demand charges.
- Avoids disruption by intelligently managing non-essential systems.
- Improves overall grid stability and reliability.
Smart Grid Integration & Demand Response
Participate in utility demand response programs and generate new revenue streams. Our platform can automatically respond to signals from the grid operator, temporarily curtailing energy use during times of high grid stress in exchange for financial incentives.
- Creates a new revenue source from your energy assets.
- Automates participation in lucrative grid services programs.
- Contributes to a more resilient and sustainable energy grid.
Renewable Energy Asset Management
Maximize the return on your solar, wind, or battery storage investments. We provide real-time performance monitoring, fault detection, and reporting for your renewable assets to ensure they are generating at their maximum potential and delivering the expected financial and environmental benefits.
- Instantly detects underperformance issues like panel soiling or inverter faults.
- Provides accurate data for performance guarantees and financial reporting.
- Optimizes battery charging/discharging strategies for maximum value.
ESG & Carbon Footprint Tracking
Automate your environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting. Our platform continuously collects energy and resource data, automatically calculating your carbon footprint (Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions) and generating reports aligned with global standards like GRI and TCFD.
- Eliminates manual data collection and spreadsheet-based calculations.
- Provides auditable, investment-grade data for stakeholders.
- Tracks progress against your public sustainability commitments.
Water & Gas Leak Detection
Energy efficiency extends to all utilities. We deploy smart meters and acoustic sensors to monitor water and gas flow, providing early warnings for leaks that can lead to huge waste, property damage, and safety hazards. This proactive approach saves resources and reduces operational risk.
- Prevents catastrophic damage from major leaks.
- Identifies low-level, hidden leaks that waste resources over time.
- Reduces utility bills for water and gas consumption.
Our Proven 4-Step Implementation Process
1. Discover & Strategize
We start with a deep dive into your operations, energy bills, and goals. Our experts conduct a site assessment to identify key assets and opportunities, culminating in a detailed proposal with a clear ROI projection.
2. Deploy & Integrate
Our certified technicians install and commission all necessary sensors, gateways, and hardware with minimal disruption. We then seamlessly integrate the data streams with your existing systems (BMS, ERP) and our cloud platform.
3. Analyze & Optimize
Once data is flowing, our platform and AI algorithms get to work. We configure dashboards, set up alerts, and begin identifying anomalies and optimization opportunities. This is where raw data becomes actionable intelligence.
4. Support & Evolve
Our work isn't done at launch. We provide continuous 24/7 monitoring and support. Through regular performance reviews, we help you evolve the system to meet new challenges and uncover deeper savings opportunities over time.
Real-World Impact
Reducing Energy Cost Per Unit for an Automotive Parts Manufacturer
Industry: Manufacturing
Client Overview: A mid-sized automotive components manufacturer with a 500,000 sq. ft. facility was facing intense margin pressure due to volatile energy prices. Their primary goal was to reduce the energy cost allocated to each unit produced without impacting production schedules or quality. They lacked visibility into which specific processes or machines were the primary drivers of their peak demand charges.
"We knew our energy bills were high, but we were flying blind. Errna gave us the microscope we needed to see the waste. The predictive alerts on our stamping press alone saved us from a multi-day shutdown. It's a game-changer."
Key Challenges:
- No granular data on machine-level energy consumption.
- Frequent, costly peak demand charges from running multiple high-draw machines simultaneously.
- Reactive maintenance model leading to unexpected downtime on critical equipment.
- Inability to accurately measure the impact of operational changes on energy efficiency.
Our Solution:
Errna deployed a comprehensive industrial IoT solution focused on production assets:
- Installed non-invasive current sensors on 50+ critical assets, including CNC machines, stamping presses, and compressed air systems.
- Integrated production schedule data from their ERP system with real-time energy data to calculate energy cost per unit.
- Developed an AI model to predict peak demand spikes and send alerts to floor managers to stagger machine start-ups.
- Implemented predictive maintenance algorithms on the main stamping press, monitoring for energy signatures indicative of mechanical wear.
Portfolio-Wide Energy Management for a CRE Firm
Industry: Commercial Real Estate
Client Overview: A real estate investment trust (REIT) with a portfolio of 20 Class-A office buildings across the country needed to centralize their energy management. They aimed to reduce operational expenses, improve their GRESB and LEED scores to attract premium tenants, and implement a fair, automated system for tenant utility billing.
"Managing 20 buildings used to mean 20 different sets of problems. With Errna's dashboard, I have a complete view of my portfolio's health on one screen. We've cut energy waste and our sustainability reporting is now a button-click, not a 3-month project."
Key Challenges:
- Lack of a centralized view of energy performance across the portfolio.
- Inconsistent and manual processes for tracking energy data for ESG reporting.
- Disputes with tenants over inaccurate and delayed utility bills based on manual readings.
- Difficulty identifying and prioritizing buildings for energy efficiency capital upgrades.
Our Solution:
We implemented our multi-site energy management platform:
- Deployed smart meters and integrated with existing BMS systems in all 20 properties to stream data to a central cloud dashboard.
- Automated tenant submetering to provide precise, daily consumption data and generate automated, accurate monthly bills.
- Configured portfolio-level dashboards to benchmark building performance, identify outliers, and track progress against ESG targets.
- Used historical and real-time data to model the expected savings from potential upgrades (e.g., HVAC retrofits), enabling data-driven investment decisions.
Smart Street Lighting & Water Management for a Mid-Sized City
Industry: Government / Smart City
Client Overview: A city with 150,000 residents was struggling with high costs for public lighting and unaccounted-for water loss in their aging utility infrastructure. They sought a smart city solution to reduce operational expenses, improve service reliability, and conserve resources, making the city more sustainable and attractive for residents.
"The savings from the smart streetlights alone are funding other public works projects. More importantly, the water leak detection has allowed us to fix pipes that have been wasting millions of gallons for years. This is what a 21st-century city should be doing."
Key Challenges:
- Streetlights operating at full power all night, regardless of traffic or pedestrian activity.
- High maintenance costs from manually identifying and replacing failed streetlights.
- An estimated 25% water loss from undetected leaks in the underground distribution network.
- Inability to quickly respond to major water main breaks, leading to service disruptions.
Our Solution:
Errna deployed a two-pronged smart city IoT solution:
- Retrofitted 10,000 streetlights with smart controllers and LED lamps, enabling remote dimming schedules based on time and motion detection. The system also provides real-time outage notifications.
- Installed acoustic sensors and smart pressure monitors at key points in the water distribution network.
- Developed a machine learning algorithm to analyze acoustic and pressure data to pinpoint the precise location of hidden leaks.
- Created a unified dashboard for the Public Works department to monitor both lighting and water systems, manage maintenance crews, and track savings.
Technology & Platforms We Master
We use a robust, scalable, and secure technology stack to build our IoT solutions, ensuring reliability and interoperability.
What Our Clients Say
"The level of detail is incredible. We went from a single monthly bill to seeing exactly how much energy each production line uses per hour. The insights have driven real process improvements and the savings are undeniable."
Frequently Asked Questions
While it varies by industry and facility, most of our clients see a full return on investment within 12 to 24 months. The savings are driven by direct energy cost reduction (typically 15-30%), lower maintenance expenses, and the avoidance of costly downtime. We provide a detailed, customized ROI analysis as part of our initial consultation.
Absolutely. Our platform is designed to be vendor-agnostic and integrates seamlessly with most major BMS, SCADA, and ERP systems. We use standard protocols like BACnet, Modbus, and OPC-UA, as well as custom APIs, to pull data from your existing infrastructure. Our goal is to create a single source of truth, not another data silo.
Security is our top priority. We employ a multi-layered security strategy that includes end-to-end data encryption (from the sensor to the cloud), secure device provisioning, and network isolation. Our platform is hosted on secure cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and we are compliant with leading security standards like ISO 27001 and SOC 2.
We specialize in minimizing disruption. A significant portion of our sensor technology is non-invasive (e.g., clamp-on current sensors) and can be installed without powering down critical equipment. Our certified field technicians work closely with your facility managers to schedule installations during off-peak hours or planned maintenance windows to ensure your operations continue smoothly.
We provide comprehensive, ongoing support as part of our managed service. This includes 24/7 system monitoring, proactive alerts, regular performance reports, and access to our team of energy experts for consultation. We view our clients as long-term partners and are committed to helping you continuously find new ways to optimize and save.
No, you don't. Our service is designed to be a complete, turnkey solution. We provide all the necessary expertise, from the hardware and software to the data analysis and insights. We present the information in easy-to-understand dashboards and reports, so you can focus on making data-driven decisions, not on managing complex technology.
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