Energy Management for the
Food Industry
Energy Management for the
Food Industry
Energy Management in the Food & Drinks Industry
Effective energy management has quickly become a business necessity in the food and drinks industry. With more competition, lower margins and higher energy costs, manufacturers are starting to change their way of thinking and rather than looking at energy as acceptable business expense, they are looking at how they can reduce not only their energy cost, but also the impact their business is having on the planet.
In the UK alone, the food processing industry is one of the largest single manufacturing sectors. The energy intensities associated with intensive heating, cooking, cooling, drying, storage and distribution are such that major efforts within the industry to reduce GHG emissions are recognised as essential.
To ensure that reduction strategies are successful, energy data will be required for all the different processes involved in the many ranges and types of food production. This will mean monitoring and measuring the energy associated with individual production lines and associated plant and equipment. The data collected will enable the carbon foot printing of not only the production facilities, but also that of the product.
Effective Energy Management
Their are two sides to effective energy management; measure & act. To be able measure energy effectively, manufacturers need information as to how, when and where energy is being consumed. They then need to be able to act on the information provided to them. Manufacturers will then be able to develop an energy management plan which is based on accurate consumption and spending. As a result, they can more accurately determine costs and make more intelligent business decisions to help minimize those costs.
Identifying the high intensity emissions and the causes, from’ goods in’ to ‘goods out’ and distribution, ensures that accurate and timely interventions can be made on a continuous improvement basis.
Energy Management for the
Food Industry
Why use icSynergy’s Energinet platform?
Combined with our full-scope energy saving solutions, businesses can save 5-10% on energy costs immediately and comply with new regulations on energy saving, ISO 14001, ISO 14064, ISO 50001, ISO 15927 and DIN EN 16247, plus energy saving roadmaps like the UK Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS).
With the advance in technology and a pressing desire to reach net zero by 2050, managing your energy is essential to not only to hit the targets set by the UK Government by 2050 but also to ensure that you are maximising cost savings.
Up to 15% Cost Savings
Users can experience up to 15% energy savings if the information and data provided is utilised to target operational, procedural and behavioural changes and improvements across the business.
No Hidden Costs
Our pay per point payment model ensures you are in control of all your costs.
Keep Existing Energy Suppliers
No need to change your utility suppliers or brokers. Energinet will measure and monitor energy and water usage from all fiscal meters.
Cost Effective
Identifying energy waste enables you to reduce costs immediately producing a real return on your investment.
System Setup
Your Energinet dashboard can be created within 24 hours ready to add meters and measuring points as required, Historic data can also be uploaded into the system.
Fully Scalable
The system is modular in configuration and there is no limit to the number of points, buildings, sites or users.
User Friendly
A great user interface and navigation system ensures you can start using the system effectively and efficiently.
Government Reports
Developed around ISO50001 & ISO14001 templates and procedures that satisfy audit requirements.
Transparent Pricing
Our “Pay per Point” payment model ensures you are in control of all your costs at all times.
Property and Facility Management
“With Energinet, our energy usage in the military has been reduced by 15 percent. The goal by 2015 is a further additional 15 percent reduction. Overall, this achieved a 45% reduction in energy costs.”
“Energinet has provided us with a unique overview of our energy consumption. We are able to uncover irregularities immediately as they occur and correct the problem at once.”
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