Energy Consumption
Energy consumption is the total amount of energy used by a building, site, or organisation over a given period, typically measured in kWh, therms, or cubic metres depending on the energy type.
Definition
Energy consumption refers to the quantity of energy used over a specified period, measured in units appropriate to the energy type — kWh for electricity, cubic metres or therms for gas, litres for water. Consumption figures form the base data for cost calculation, emissions accounting, and efficiency benchmarking.
Why It Matters
Understanding consumption patterns — not just totals, but when and where energy is used — is the starting point for identifying both waste and legitimate operational need.
How ecolyptus Helps
ecolyptus tracks consumption across every connected utility type and site, broken down to the interval level for detailed pattern analysis.