Power Data Hub - Power Allocation Report

The Power Allocation Report is a crucial tool used to ensure that SaskPower meters are correctly associated with the physical facilities of Woodland Development Corp. This report helps in verifying that power usage is accurately allocated across multiple sites associated with a single SaskPower account.

Overview

The Power Allocation Report is designed to map SaskPower child accounts to their respective facilities, ensuring accurate power allocation and billing. Below are the key columns included in the report and their descriptions:

• saskpower_child_account: This is the unique SaskPower account number for the sub-account within SaskPower's systems. It remains consistent for a given account.

• meter_number: This represents the SaskPower meter number. Note that it can change if a meter is replaced at the site.

• service_address: The address on file with SaskPower for the meter.

• meter_type: Indicates the type of meter—Smart Meter or Non-Smart Meter. Smart Meters provide 15-minute interval data, while Non-Smart Meters require manual readings.

• associated_site_count: The total number of facilities linked to the SaskPower account.

• total_allocation_factor: This should always equal 1. If it is more than 1, the power bill will be overcharged; if less, the power bill will be undercharged.

• associated_sites: Lists all the physical sites taking power from that meter/account.
  
  

Important Points to Watch For

1. Ensure Total Allocation Factor is 1:

   • The total allocation factor must always equal 1. This ensures the power bill reflects the correct usage. Any deviation from 1 indicates an issue that needs to be addressed.

2. Unassociated SaskPower Accounts:

   • Look out for SaskPower accounts with no associated sites. These might be new accounts that need to be linked to their corresponding facilities.

3. Accuracy of Associated Site List:

   • Verify that the associated site list accurately reflects the physical sites drawing power from that meter/account.

4. Multiple Accounts for a Single Site:

   • Ensure that a site is not incorrectly associated with multiple accounts unless it is physically accurate. This helps prevent billing errors and ensures correct power usage tracking.

Example Report Layout

Conclusion

The Power Allocation Report is an essential tool for accurate power usage tracking and billing for Woodland Development Corp. Ensure that all data points are correctly associated and regularly reviewed to maintain accurate records.