In today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape, the demand for sustainable solutions is at an all-time high. Companies are seeking innovative ways to minimize their environmental impact while maximizing operational efficiency. This is where the integration of EpiSensor with CoolPlanet comes into play.
By combining EpiSensor’s state-of-the-art sensor technology with CoolPlanet’s cutting-edge analytics platform, businesses can gain unparalleled insights into their energy consumption and carbon emissions. This partnership empowers organizations to make informed decisions that drive sustainability and efficiency, helping them meet their environmental targets while optimizing performance.
Who Is CoolPlanet
CoolPlanet is a leading innovator in the field of sustainability and energy efficiency and has over 15 years of experience in decarbonising complex industrial organisations worldwide. With minimal disruption to production, CoolPlanet combines its extensive subject matter expertise and engineering-led decarbonisation platform to maximise energy efficiency, achieve substantial carbon reduction, and get companies to their net zero goals.
Founded with the mission to combat climate change, CoolPlanet is dedicated to helping organizations transition towards a more sustainable future. Their platform offers real-time monitoring, advanced analytics, and customized solutions that cater to the unique needs of various industries.
By leveraging CoolPlanet’s expertise, companies can enhance their energy management strategies, reduce operational costs, and achieve their sustainability goals more effectively. CoolPlanet’s scalable solutions are designed to support your journey towards greater energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Key features of the CoolPlanet platform include:
- Data-Driven Insights: CoolPlanet leverages advanced analytics and machine learning to provide actionable insights into energy consumption and carbon emissions.
- Sustainability: They help companies achieve sustainability goals by identifying opportunities for energy savings and emissions reductions.
- Custom Solutions: CoolPlanet offers tailored solutions that fit specific industry needs, enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Their platform provides real-time monitoring and reporting of energy usage and emissions, enabling quick decision-making and strategy adjustments.
- Scalability: CoolPlanet’s solutions are designed to scale with a company’s growth, making them suitable for both small operations and large enterprises.
Are you planning to add granular energy monitoring to your CoolPlanetOS Platform?
Get in touch with one of our experts to help you architect the best solution for your site.
How EpiSensor Integrates with CoolPlanet
System Architecture Diagram
Our system comprises nodes or sensors that communicate wirelessly with the central gateway using a ZigBee mesh network.
The EpiSensor Gateway integrates seamlessly with the CoolPlanet platform and facilitates smooth data flow via HTTPs, ensuring accurate and timely data transfer.
Step-by-Step Integration
To start sending data to the CoolPlanetOS Platform you should follow the steps below:
Step 1
Login to your EpiSensor Gateway, go to Settings and then Data Export
Step 2
On the Data Export page select Data Export type EpiSensor JSON via HTTP(S)
Here you can also set the Data export interval based on your requirements. This will define how often the data will be exported. The default is 30 minutes, however, data can be exported as frequently as every minute.
Another option you can configure is the Max Datapoints per Export. If the number of data points accumulated in a file reaches this number the file will be closed and exported even if the ‘Data Export Interval’ has not elapsed. This is a useful parameter to set if a low bandwidth GPRS internet connection is being used. It will limit the size of the file to be exported so the export has a better chance of succeeding.
Step 3
Scroll down to the JSON Format and HTTP(S) sections and set:
- HTTP(S) Character Encoding to “UTF-8”
- HTTP(S) Server URL to:
- Please make sure to fill out the JSON ID field.
- Obtain your HTTP(S) Username and Password from CoolPlanet
Step 4
Go to Nodes to select and configure the node(s) you would like to export to the CoolPlanetOS platform.
Step 5
Enter the Node settings from the Action menu:
Note: this is a good time to confirm the node’s status is ‘ok’.
Step 6
Now, scroll down to the specific sensor you are interested in and access the settings by clicking on the Actions button:
Step 7
Tick Export Enabled, then configure the Sensor Properties.
Take note of all the details (Sensor Name, Export ID, Reporting Interval, Unit) as you will need them later when configuring your CoolPlanetOS dashboard.
Step 8
Scroll down to the bottom of the screen and save the changes on your gateway.
All is now ready for the gateway to start sending data to the EnergyCAP Smart Analytics platform.
Real World Applications and Case Studies
CoolPlanet Boosts Energy Savings in Manufacturing with EpiSensor IoT
Before engaging CoolPlanet, the manufacturing firm under review (the “client”) had no metering in place and therefore no data intelligence on how its facilities and assets were performing from an energy consumption perspective. In addition, the client was hesitant to make a substantial capital investment in metering equipment, without knowing the potential benefits.
The first step was to gather historical data from all utility providers and ingest that information into CoolPlanetOS. This led to some quick wins around reductions in gas and electricity. At the same time, a metering gap analysis took place and the client proceeded with investing in 26 energy meters provided by EpiSensor. The initial return on investment on the metering spend was just 10 weeks and savings to date have equated to almost £250k.
Learn more about this project by reading our case study: CoolPlanet’s Path to Greater Energy Savings and ROI in Manufacturing Using EpiSensor Technology
How to Get Started
If you already have a subscription to the CoolPlanetOS platform and are considering investing in energy monitoring hardware you can use the links below for more information.
If you are an EpiSensor customer and are considering the CoolPlanetOS platform for your energy management and sustainability tracking you can find some links to useful articles below.
The integration of EpiSensor and CoolPlanet is a significant advancement in the pursuit of sustainability and operational efficiency in industrial facilities. By merging EpiSensor’s robust sensor technology with CoolPlanet’s comprehensive analytics platform, organizations can gain insights into their energy consumption patterns and carbon emissions. This collaboration not only helps businesses optimize their energy usage but also supports them in achieving their sustainability targets and regulatory compliance.
As industries prioritize environmental responsibility, the EpiSensor and CoolPlanet integration offers a scalable and effective solution that adapts to evolving needs. Together, we empower leadership and operations to make data-driven decisions that support positive environmental change while enhancing operational performance.
Learn the Cost of a Pilot Project
To explore more about how this integration can benefit your business get in touch with one of our experts to help you architect the best solution for your site.
Other Resources
Download the list of EpiSensor sensor IDs that are compatible with CoolPlanetOS Platform.
