The energy transition refers to the political, economic, and technological measures aimed at shifting from fossil fuels like coal and gas to renewable energies such as solar and wind power. In order to achieve the federal government's national and international climate targets, the German Renewable Energy Sources Act stipulates that 80.0 percent of our gross electricity consumption must be covered by renewable sources by 2030. This transition also affects the building sector. According to the Buildings Energy Act (Gebäudeenergiegesetz, GEG), buildings in Germany must be heated exclusively with renewable energies starting in 2045. Unlike coal or gas, renewable energies are nearly inexhaustible but vary in availability depending on weather conditions, time of day, and season. Therefore, measures to increase energy efficiency in building operations play a particularly crucial role in a successful energy transition.
aedifion’s AI-based cloud platform captures operational data in real time, identifies malfunctions in technical building systems, and provides clear recommendations for optimization. This approach can reduce energy consumption, CO2 emissions, and operating costs by up to 40 percent without requiring extensive renovations. Moreover, cloud platforms have the potential to understand energy consumption patterns within buildings and develop strategies for optimizing energy flows as part of demand side management.
