The EEAR package provides a dplyr and ggplot2 based approach to using R for energy efficiency analytics. In our environment, analysts used the Itron client to access meter data reports and manually manipulate them in the number one office tool: Excel. As a solutions expert, I built an R package to help with that process as well as make it more informative. I then embedded an R Shiny web app to make using the package for non-coders even easier.

This is largely a proof-of-concept prototype. I would recommend building proper dimensional modeling around your meter data, and using an out-of-the-box tool for your business intelligent dashboards, such as Tableau. Nevertheless, this package demonstrates an idea of what R can do in this space. With further backing, it can definitely be used as a bedrock for ME&V and custom visualizations that other tools cannot produce as easily.

Thanks go to the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) for allowing me the flexibility and time to develop this package. This is in no way endorsed or used by SMUD.