Chipping Norton School, a secondary school with 1,100 students, has significantly reduced energy consumption and costs using Optimal Monitoring’s energy monitoring software. Originally part of a council pilot scheme, the school quickly recognised the value of real-time energy data and has since used the system independently to track usage, identify inefficiencies, and drive savings.

• Improve visibility of electricity, gas, and water usage.
• Identify and reduce energy waste through real-time insights.
• Secure funding for further energy efficiency improvements.
• Ensure quick detection and resolution of leaks or excessive usage.

Optimal Monitoring’s energy monitoring and reporting software was implemented to provide real-time insights, trend analysis, and automated alerts for unexpected energy use. Key features included:

• Live dashboards for tracking electricity, gas, and water consumption.
• Historical data comparison to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for savings.
• Automated alerts for unusual usage patterns, allowing for immediate corrective action.
• Cloud-based access, enabling multiple users, including school staff and governors, to monitor energy use remotely.

• Rapid issue resolution—leaks and excessive energy use identified and addressed in real time.
• Successful funding applications—data used to secure government funding for additional efficiency measures.
• 30% reduction in water usage in a two-year period.
• Electricity consumption cut by 15%, with further reductions targeted.
• 25% reduction in gas consumption over the project’s lifetime.
• Annual gas savings of 19% year on year.

Chipping Norton School continues to expand its use of Optimal Monitoring’s system by integrating additional sub-meters for even more precise monitoring. The school is also refining alarm triggers to further enhance its energy efficiency strategy.