Machine Learning
Machine learning is a branch of artificial intelligence in which models learn patterns from historical data to make predictions or identify anomalies, without being explicitly programmed for each specific rule.
Definition
Machine learning refers to algorithms that learn patterns directly from data, rather than following explicitly hand-coded rules. In energy management, machine learning is commonly applied to forecasting (predicting future consumption from historical patterns) and anomaly detection (learning what "normal" looks like and flagging deviations).
Why It Matters
Machine learning models can adapt to a site's specific patterns automatically, rather than requiring manual rule configuration for every meter or building — making them more scalable across large, varied portfolios.
How ecolyptus Helps
ecolyptus's Forecasting and anomaly detection are built on machine learning models trained on each site's own historical consumption data.