Energy consumption reporting and modification system
US8719184B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 8, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02P90/82
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Provided are methods and apparatus that determine a benchmark of energy consumption for an energy system and utilize the determined benchmark in a variety of ways. Once determined, the determined benchmark may be compared to current energy consumption and current outdoor temperature to verify proper operation of the system and identify deviations in system operation. The benchmark may be used to determine the impact of an implemented change in the operation of the system. The determined benchmark may also be used to contract for a term in an agreement and to verify the satisfaction of a term in an agreement.
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