What an Energy Management System Must Be Capable Of (German Only)

This article in the Facility Manager (Issue 1/2, Volume 26, January/February 2019) discusses the importance and functions of Energy Management Systems (EMS) for optimizing energy consumption in buildings.

An EMS helps monitor and transparently display energy consumption by energy sources, building sections, or an entire real estate portfolio. Implementing an EMS can be beneficial both during the planning phase of a new construction and in existing buildings.

The article emphasizes that the quality of an EMS greatly depends on the number and type of installed measurement points and that a thorough assessment of the existing building management architecture is essential to determine the capabilities of an EMS. Additionally, the importance of benchmarks and specific performance indicators for energy consumption analysis is highlighted. Ultimately, the decision to implement an EMS is a strategic one that should be made early in the planning phase to ensure efficient and sustainable energy management.