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Description

The role of an energy manager can often be quite challenging and frustrating. Securing sufficient funding for energy efficiency initiatives is a significant hurdle, and even if funding is obtained, demonstrating the effective use of those funds can be quite complex. The key to showcasing your savings lies in providing clear evidence, but this task can prove to be much more difficult than it sounds. What happens if your supervisor lacks a background in energy management? Consider a scenario where this winter turns out to be the coldest in years and the upcoming summer is predicted to be the hottest. Such extreme weather conditions could cause a surge in energy consumption for heating and cooling your facilities. In this case, how can you accurately present your energy savings when the extra energy needed for temperature control might negate or even surpass the savings you've realized? Moreover, factors such as increased production rates, higher occupancy levels, expanded facility sizes, or variations in operational days could further obscure any noticeable savings you might have achieved. This ongoing struggle to quantify savings amidst fluctuating variables creates an ongoing dilemma for energy managers.

Description

Utility Captain is an online platform developed by SM Engineering Co. for monitoring and reporting utility usage. To effectively manage energy expenses, it is essential to first understand the current usage and costs. Through energy accounting, organizations receive insights into their energy consumption and associated costs, facilitating effective communication of this data to facility personnel, occupants, and management, enabling better cost control. The expenses incurred depend on both the volume of energy consumed and its pricing structure. In organizations with multiple facilities, energy accounting allows for a comparative analysis of energy usage and costs across different locations, while also tracking changes in consumption over time. By disseminating this crucial information, individuals tasked with overseeing energy expenditures—such as maintenance personnel and site managers—can receive valuable feedback on their performance. Additionally, Utility Captain provides a diverse range of reports along with visual graphs, enhancing the overall analysis and understanding of energy data. This comprehensive reporting helps pinpoint areas for improvement and encourages more sustainable energy practices.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

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Integrations

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Pricing Details

$8,000 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs No 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Abraxas Energy Consulting

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.abraxasenergy.com/software-products/metrix/

Vendor Details

Company Name

SM Engineering

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

www.myutilitycaptain.com/smolum/

Product Features

Energy Management

Benchmarking Yes 
Bill Audit No 
Bill Database No 
Bill Importing No 
Budgeting & Forecasting No 
Compliance Management No 
Contract Management No 
Cost / Use Reporting No 
Emissions Monitoring No 
Energy Price Analysis Yes 
Facility Scheduling No 
Greenhouse Gas Tracking No 
Load Control No 
Load Forecasting Yes 
Meter Tracking No 
Risk Management No 
Weather Normalization No 

Product Features

Energy Management

Benchmarking Yes 
Bill Audit Yes 
Bill Database No 
Bill Importing Yes 
Budgeting & Forecasting Yes 
Compliance Management No 
Contract Management No 
Cost / Use Reporting Yes 
Emissions Monitoring Yes 
Energy Price Analysis No 
Facility Scheduling No 
Greenhouse Gas Tracking No 
Load Control No 
Load Forecasting No 
Meter Tracking No 
Risk Management No 
Weather Normalization Yes 

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