Why energy management programs are important
Around the globe, there is a great need to save energy, which impacts prices, emissions targets, and legislation that affects us all. Not only can energy management help reduce the carbon emissions that contribute to global warming, it also helps reduce our dependence on increasingly limited fossil fuels.
According to energystar.gov (link resides outside of IBM), energy use is a US commercial office building’s single largest operating expense. It represents about a third of an enterprise’s typical operating budget and accounts for almost 20% of the nation’s annual greenhouse gas emissions. Energy StarÒ says office buildings waste up to one-third of the energy they consume.
Energy management is even more important in Europe, where the energy supply (link resides outside of IBM) is especially vulnerable to cyberattacks. This is because, on average, EU corporations invest 41% less on information security than American companies. Therefore, European companies need more initiatives that implement energy security solutions and help them safeguard data, access, and networks.
4 Step Journey
At Baobab Energy we combine simple to use technology with an easy to follow 4 step process, to help you cut costs, reduce load shedding pain and get more from your solar investment.
Gather Data
Automatic, Circuit-Level Monitoring
No manual meter readings and no guesswork. Once your Emporia Vue is installed on your DB board, it captures live usage data from every circuit in your home — geyser, pool pump, aircon and more.
See It In The App
Your data flows straight to the Emporia app, so you can check your home's energy use, and how much of it your solar system is covering, from your phone.
Learn From Your Data
Find Out Where Your Money Is Going
Most homes don't know which appliance is driving their bill. Baobab Energy shows you, circuit by circuit, exactly what your geyser, pool pump or aircon is costing you each month.
Solar vs. Grid, At A Glance
See how much of your usage your solar system is already covering, and how much you're still pulling from the grid — especially during load shedding.
Track Your Progress
Set a baseline for your home's usage and watch it improve as you make changes, so you know the savings are real.
Take Action
Small Changes, Real Savings
Once you can see where your power goes, the fixes are often simple — shifting your geyser or pool pump to run on solar hours, tracking down a circuit that's drawing more than it should, or sizing your next solar or battery upgrade with real data instead of guesswork.
Backed By Baobab Energy
We're on hand to help you interpret your data and prioritise the changes that will save you the most.
Experience The Results
Track the changes you make and enjoy a more efficient home — lower bills, less reliance on the grid, and the confidence that comes from actually knowing where your energy goes.