Save Thousands of Dollars a Month on Utility Bills with a Power Conditioning Solution
Power Factor Penalties on your hydro bill could be costing you thousands of dollars a month. A Power Conditioning device can eliminate these penalties and certain types of power interruptions.
The Barriers to Security in Smart Facilities and Critical Infrastructure
Energy infrastructure is almost fully digitized, but how safe is it?
Edgecom Energy’s Platform Helps Thornhill Mall
Edgecom's platform makes it easy to see our performance in real time and tweak our operations to optimize savings and our climate impact.
The IESO’s Market Renewal Program Will Unlock a More Efficient and Stable Grid
The IESO has embarked on a years-long journey to redesign the electricity market in Ontario through the Market Renewal Program. This redesign aims to deliver a more stable and reliable electricity supply at a better price for end-users. This program will create new opportunities for electricity generators and consumers.
The Impacts of COVID-19 on Ontario’s Residential Electricity Usage
Thursday was National Work from Home Day and, it has officially been over a year since the initial lockdown started. Despite all the change and uncertainty brought on by the recent pandemic, working from home is one by-product of COVID-19 that is more than likely here to stay. With the mandatory closures of non-essential buildings and workplaces, with no indication of how long this will last, working from home has become the new normal.
The Industrial Conservation Initiative is Returning in May 2021
The ICI Program went on a hiatus in June 2020 to help industrial companies focus on production. The program will return in May 2021 so Class A facilities will need to ensure they have the plans and policies in place to manage Coincident Peaks once again.
The next Demand Response Capacity Auction is Taking Place Soon.
Demand response (DR) allows consumers across Ontario to earn revenue from theāÆIESO while reducing their emissions and helping the Ontario grid during times ofāÆstress, to participate, all consumers need to do is be availableāÆto curtail their load (reduce their demand) during short periods throughoutāÆthe year. Edgecom Energy's deep knowledgeāÆof the IESO market, combined with our hands-on experienceāÆwith energyāÆmanagementāÆpractices makes us the trusted Energy ManagementāÆpartner for some of Ontario's most recognized names.
The Role of Security in IoT Systems
It is incredibly important to make sure your IoT solutions are secure. Having an unsecure network will not only lead to losses, but might put your company and its employeesā security at risk. Read on to learn how we secure our IoT solution, IoTrack!
Threshold reduced for Class A customers – More consumers can now participate in the ICI Program
The IndustrialĀ ConservationĀ Initiative (ICI) allows large industrialĀ consumers to reduce their electricity costs by reducing their PeakĀ Demand Factor on Top 5 peak days. Since 2011, this program has allowed consumers to remain competitive in Ontario, while helping maintain the grid's reliability.
Transforming the Energy Industry with IIoT
The Internet of Things (IoT) has many useful applications in many different industries, and the energy industry is no exception. As technology advances, IoT has the potential to redefine and transform the industry, providing new revenue streams and shifting business models.
Two Incorrect Predictions from the IESO
Recently the IESO made 2 predictions regarding COVID 19's impact on the ICI Program. Read this blog to find out why we disagree.
Using Batteries or Gas Generation for Global Adjustment Busting… is it worth it?
There is no one size fits all solution when it comes to the ICI program. Any company selling a āone size fits allā approach is not realizing the full potential of the DER solution and is leaving money on the table.