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Understanding Heat Charts

The energieleser app offers various charts to visualise your heat consumption. Here is how to interpret them.

Chart types​

Line chart​

Shows consumption over a period:

  • X-axis – Time (hours, days, weeks, months)
  • Y-axis – Consumption (kWh, MWh)
  • Line – Consumption over time

Bar chart​

Compares consumption values:

  • Bars – Consumption for different periods
  • Comparison – Easy comparison between periods

Pie chart​

Shows consumption shares:

  • Segments – Different sources or periods
  • Percentages – Share of total consumption

Interpreting the data​

Spotting patterns​

  • Peak times – When is consumption highest?
  • Trends – Is consumption rising or falling?
  • Anomalies – Unusual patterns

Saving energy​

  • Compare – Compare different periods
  • Set goals – Set consumption targets
  • Optimise – Find ways to save

Tips​

  • Check the charts regularly
  • Compare different periods
  • Watch for unusual patterns
  • Use the data to save energy