Energy Optimisation Module for Grocery
Detect Energy Drift. Benchmark Sites. Optimise Network-Wide Performance
Bueno’s Energy Optimisation module is the final step in achieving a fully optimised grocery network. By combining near real-time system data with our grocery-specific, weather-normalised Energy Slip model, we identify where actual energy use diverges from expected performance — and more importantly, where to act first.
This isn’t just about spotting drift. It’s about providing a clear, ranked action plan that helps operations, maintenance, and sustainability teams work together. Whether that’s pooling jobs for fewer truck rolls, correcting cross-system inefficiencies, or targeting the stores with the highest savings potential, our approach delivers measurable results across the portfolio.
The Problem: High Energy Bills Without Operational Insight
Hidden Energy Waste Across Stores
Override conditions, poor setpoint control, lighting schedules left running overnight, or HVAC–refrigeration clashes can quietly increase energy use without triggering alarms.
No Clear Plan of Attack
Even when inefficiencies are found, it’s often unclear where to focus first. Without benchmarking and prioritisation, teams risk chasing low-impact issues while bigger savings are left untouched.
Missed Opportunities for Coordination
Without data-driven job pooling, contractors may visit the same store multiple times unnecessarily. Coordinated action — across multiple systems and tasks — reduces labour costs and improves uptime.
A Smarter Workflow for Energy Performance
From store-level drift detection to operational best practice, Bueno’s Energy Optimisation module for Grocery gives you the visibility to reduce waste and elevate performance, without adding complexity. Unlike other solutions that focus only on refrigeration, Bueno integrates data from refrigeration, HVAC, lighting control, meters and sub-metering systems (where available) to enable whole-store energy optimisation at scale.
Detect Drift and Benchmark Stores at Scale
Energy Slip Reports – Identify variance between expected and actual energy use for each store.
Store Benchmarking Dashboards – Rank stores by performance and energy intensity to find the biggest opportunities.
Portfolio Energy Trends – Spot systemic issues across regions or contractors.
Solar Contribution Monitoring – Track site-level solar output and flag underperforming assets.
Ensure Systems Are Operating as Designed
Control Schedule Reviews – Detect poor or overridden schedules for HVAC, lighting, or refrigeration.
Override & Manual Mode Detection – Catch persistent overrides that block optimisation.
Float Strategy Compliance – Identify misconfigured suction or discharge floats.
Efficiency Opportunity Flags – Find patterns such as early start-ups, extended runtimes, and cross-system load clashes.
Support Long-Term Planning and Reporting
M&V for CAPEX Projects – Validate ROI on upgrades with pre/post performance tracking.
ESG Reporting Support – Export trend data for sustainability and compliance targets.
Accountability by Region or Contractor – Identify recurring performance issues to drive improvement.
Capital Planning – Flag chronic under-performers for upgrade prioritisation.
Bueno's Unique Capabilities Driving Energy Optimisation
Energy Slip: A Grocery-Specific, Weather-Normalised Model
Designed for the unique load patterns of grocery operations, factoring refrigeration, HVAC, lighting, and solar to give a true view of performance drift.
Multi-System Integration Without Added Complexity
Integrates refrigeration, HVAC, lighting, sub-metering, and solar to reveal interactions and hidden inefficiencies that single-system tools miss.
Actionable Insights Delivered at Scale
We don’t just flag issues — we rank them by savings potential, enabling faster triage, smarter job pooling, and better resource allocation.
Whole-Store Energy Visibility. Zero Blind Spots.
By connecting to all available meters, controllers, and systems, we provide complete visibility of energy performance across your entire grocery portfolio. This allows for precise fault attribution, coordinated maintenance, and targeted capital investment — reducing waste, cutting costs, and improving sustainability outcomes.
From Optimisation to Lasting Savings
The Energy Optimisation module turns insight into action. It’s where operational control meets long-term sustainability strategy — and it completes Bueno’s staged pathway to fully optimised grocery operations.
For example, our work with Woolworths has delivered measurable results at scale — achieving 20–40% annual energy savings, cutting refrigerant leak rates by over 35%, and improving operational consistency across 1,200+ stores.
Continue Your Optimisation Journey
Bueno’s modular platform lets you start where the impact is greatest and expand over time—each step unlocking deeper insights, bigger savings, and stronger compliance.
