some of pulse solar's energy forensics
Energy Consumption Audits:
We can perform comprehensive audits to assess the overall energy usage of a facility. This includes examining utility bills, meter data, and on-site measurements to identify trends, spikes, or unexpected patterns in energy consumption.
Failure and Anomaly Analysis:
When there's an unexpected increase in energy use or equipment failure, energy forensics can determine if the issue is due to equipment malfunction, improper operation, or external factors like cyber attacks (especially in smart grid systems).
Energy Leak Detection:
This involves identifying areas where energy is being wasted, such as through poor insulation, air leaks, or inefficient equipment operation.
Cybersecurity in Energy Systems:
With the rise of smart buildings and IoT devices, energy systems are increasingly digital. Forensic services can investigate unauthorized access or manipulation of energy data, which could lead to energy theft or system sabotage.
Cost Allocation and Billing Disputes:
In multi-tenant buildings or shared facilities, forensic energy analysis can help in accurately apportioning energy costs among users or resolving billing disagreements by tracing energy use back to specific areas or pieces of equipment.
Investigating Energy Theft:
This service can detect if there's unauthorized use or tampering with energy meters, which is particularly relevant for utilities or large commercial buildings.
Forensic Support for Energy Projects:
For projects involving new energy-efficient technologies or renewable energy installations, forensic analysis can validate performance claims, assess integration issues, or investigate why expected energy savings were not realized.
Insurance Investigations:
After energy-related incidents, such as fires or equipment breakdowns, forensic analysis can determine if the energy system's design, installation, or maintenance contributed to the event, influencing insurance claims and coverage.
Post-Event Analysis:
Following significant events like power outages or brownouts, forensic analysis can help understand the causes, whether due to internal system failures or external grid issues, to prevent future occurrences.