Emergent Energy Solutions Editorial TeamMarch 15, 20234 min read

Goonhilly Earth Station is a pioneer in the satellite communications industry. In recent years, the 164-acre site has branched into data centre services, deep space communications, and high-tech manufacturing — all of which have made heavy demands on its energy consumption.

The Challenge

The organisation needed an effective way of monitoring energy usage with the insight to make actionable changes. As part of its £19m Local Energy Market (LEM) trial in Cornwall, 165 wireless, self-powered sensors were installed across the site to monitor the flow of electricity and deliver energy information to an online analytics platform accessible from any device.

The Solution

The energy insights solution improves operational efficiency, uncovers new growth opportunities, and reduces business risk. Goonhilly says the data will lead to an immediate 10% reduction in energy consumption. Longer term, the visibility of real-time insights is expected to promote cultural change and drive continued reductions.

"The energy insights solution lets us see exactly how the business uses energy — right down to device level. It gives us the energy intelligence we need to reduce wasted power and improve operational efficiency." — Kevin Wilkes, Satellite Communications Engineer

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