The latest energy management blog articles and news
We’ve got plenty to say on the subject of saving energy and hitting your carbon-saving objectives. Take a look below at our latest thoughts.
Introducing 4EverAirSense: Smarter Indoor Monitoring Powered by Light
Optimal Monitoring is collaborating with Lightricity to offer customers a new, flexible way to monitor indoor environments: 4EverAirSense. This compact device captures important environmental data, including carbon dioxide (CO₂), temperature, humidity and light...
The Hidden ESG Risk in Commercial Property
Energy efficiency and ESG performance in commercial property are often discussed in terms of future targets – retrofit programmes, net zero pathways and sustainability reporting. Yet in many buildings, the most significant ESG risk is far more immediate: how the...
The History of the Meter
Electricity meters have played an essential role in measuring and managing energy use for more than a century. From the first mechanical induction meter developed in the late nineteenth century to today’s connected smart meters, the technology has continually evolved...
Playing Games With AI
Playing Games With AI Jon Slinn – June 2026I was on holiday recently and that, for my family means games… lots of them. I mean of course sun, swimming, eating too much etc. but lots of games as well. One of the favourites is Castle Combo. Full credit to the designers,...
No Mow May: Letting Nature Do the Work
Introduction This May, the Optimal Monitoring team are taking part in No Mow May, giving our lawns a break and letting nature take the lead. No Mow May encourages people to leave their lawnmowers in the shed for a few weeks so grass, wildflowers and pollinators have a...
Energy Jargon Explained: 10 Terms Every SME Should Know
Introduction Energy is one of the biggest controllable costs for most SMEs. But energy jargon can make it difficult to navigate. Meaning energy is also one of the least understood costs. In our conversations with business owners and facilities teams, we hear the same...
Energy Management in 2026: The Priorities That Will Matter Most
A practical guide to automated energy management In 2026, the difference between average and high-performing energy teams will come down to focus, knowing which priorities genuinely move the dial, and which create noise. Across the UK, organisations are facing a more...
UK Energy Market in 2026: What Senior Managers Need to Know
Introduction The UK Energy Market is entering another period of change, and the shifts ahead will have a direct impact on commercial energy management across every sector. After several turbulent years, the market has begun to stabilise - but volatility, rising...
All about the Energy Performance Certificate
Understanding the Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is essential for property owners, tenants, and businesses aiming to meet regulatory requirements and reduce energy costs. This article explains what an EPC is, how to obtain one, why it matters, and how Optimal...
One site, multiple loads: Why sub-metering needs intelligent software
Sub-meter data gives you more than just the headline figure from a utility meter. A single main meter only shows total energy use. It doesn’t reveal which areas of the facility consume the most, which equipment is driving demand, or where waste is occurring.