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As retail evolves, supermarkets are under pressure to boost efficiency and sustainability. The key enabler of this transformation is SolarEdge ONE for C&I – a comprehensive platform that delivers real-time energy visibility and management for commercial and industrial (C&I) environments.
SolarEdge ONE for C&I integrates advanced solar PV, storage, and energy analytics, providing retailers with a unified “single pane of glass” to monitor, control, and optimize energy flows across their entire estate. This platform enables supermarkets to harness solar energy during peak hours, store excess power, and intelligently manage consumption, reducing reliance on the grid and lowering operational costs.
With the rise of electric vehicles and increasing electrification, supermarkets face growing energy demands. SolarEdge ONE for C&I addresses this by combining real-time data from solar panels, refrigeration, lighting, HVAC, and EV chargers. The result is a holistic view of energy usage, allowing retailers to identify inefficiencies, prevent asset failures, and take targeted actions to reduce waste and costs.
Millions of sensor readings in real time
A standout feature of SolarEdge ONE for C&I is its edge-based computing, capable of processing millions of sensor readings in real time. This empowers retailers to visualize and analyze data instantly, even across hundreds of stores, warehouses, and logistics centers. The platform’s scalability means that even large retail chains can centralize energy management, ensuring consistent performance and rapid response to anomalies.
The financial benefits are significant: retailers using SolarEdge ONE for C&I have reported substantial reductions in energy costs – such as a 4.5% drop in lighting expenses – translating to millions in annual savings. The system also supports flexible energy pricing strategies, enabling retailers to shift consumption based on tariff changes, avoid penalties, and even participate in energy trading or arbitrage.
SolarEdge ONE for C&I sets retailers on path to future
By leveraging SolarEdge ONE for C&I, supermarkets are not only meeting their sustainability goals but also gaining a competitive edge in a dynamic energy market. The platform’s advanced analytics and automation prepare retailers for the future, allowing them to optimize energy use, comply with carbon reduction targets, and unlock new revenue streams.
In summary, SolarEdge ONE for C&I is transforming retail energy management. Its real-time visibility, intelligent controls, and scalable architecture empower supermarkets to operate more efficiently, sustainably, and profitably – setting a new standard for the industry.
Find out more: SolarEdge ONE for C&I: optimizing all energy assets | SolarEdge
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