Energy Monitoring

Energy Monitoring – Track System Performance and Consumption

The energy monitoring category provides devices and systems that track solar production, energy consumption, battery status, and system performance in real time. Quality monitoring equipment delivers accurate data collection, intuitive visualization, and historical analysis that optimize system operation and identify potential issues before they impact performance. Modern monitoring solutions offer remote access through smartphone apps and web portals, enabling system oversight from anywhere with internet connectivity.

Monitoring options include dedicated energy monitors that track whole-home consumption with CT (Current Transformer) clamps, battery monitors that display SOC (State of Charge) and charging metrics, inverter-integrated monitoring through built-in displays and communication interfaces, and comprehensive GX devices that consolidate data from multiple system components. Solutions range from simple standalone displays showing instantaneous power to sophisticated data logging systems with cloud storage and performance analytics.

Featured brands include Victron, Emporia, and manufacturer-specific monitoring platforms from EG4, Sol-Ark, and Pytes. Key features include wireless connectivity via WiFi or cellular, CT clamp accuracy and quantity for multi-circuit monitoring, historical data retention, customizable alerts for system events, and API access for advanced integration. Many systems provide energy usage insights that identify consumption patterns and opportunities for efficiency improvements.

Monitoring equipment selection considers system complexity, desired metrics, connectivity requirements, number of circuits to monitor, and integration with existing system components.

Browse the energy monitoring category below to find tracking solutions for optimized solar system performance and energy management.