What is meant by Load management?
The term "load management" refers to the strategic control and optimization of energy use to avoid peak loads, regulate consumption, and minimize operating costs. The goal of load management is to distribute loads within a system in a way that increases energy efficiency and reduces the strain on the energy supply. This involves planning and controlling energy consumption based on demand, prices, and availability.
Typical software functions in the area of "load management":
- Load Forecasting: Predicting future energy needs based on historical data, weather conditions, and other influencing factors.
- Load Control: Managing energy use by adjusting loads to reduce peak loads and improve energy efficiency.
- Real-time Monitoring: Monitoring current energy consumption and loads in real-time to enable immediate adjustments and responses.
- Automation: Automatic control of energy consumers and loads to optimize energy use and prevent peak loads.
- Reporting: Generating reports on loads, energy consumption, and savings to evaluate load management measures.
- Tariff Optimization: Analyzing and adjusting energy consumption to current electricity tariffs to minimize costs.
- Alert and Warning Systems: Notifications for overloads or unexpected consumption peaks to enable timely intervention.
- Integration with Energy Management Systems: Connecting load management functions with existing energy management systems for comprehensive control.