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Pulse Energy Software
Grid modernization and smart utility software
As of 30 August 2026, Pulse Energy Software's pricing is not published; the vendor quotes on request. Pulse Energy provides grid modernization and smart utility software helping utilities manage distributed energy resources and optimize grid operations. Softwr lists it under Energy. Pulse Energy Software is made by Pulse Energy Systems, launched in 2010, available on Web, iOS, Android.
Overview
What Pulse Energy Software does
Pulse Energy provides grid modernization and smart utility software helping utilities manage distributed energy resources and optimize grid operations.
What people use it for
- Grid modernization
- DER management
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- Limited public information on platform specifications and technical architecture since becoming part of Enel X's broader offerings
- Focus on commercial and industrial customers means less functionality for residential utility programs
- Steep cost of implementation and training for utility companies transitioning from legacy systems
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Capabilities
Features
DER management
Demand response
Grid analytics
Voltage optimization
Reporting tools
SSL encryption
SSL encryption security feature
On-premise deployment
Supports on-premise deployment
Cloud deployment
Supports cloud deployment
Web support
Available on web
Api support
Available on api
English language support
Interface available in English
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Questions people ask
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What is Pulse Energy Software?
Pulse Energy is a customer engagement and energy intelligence platform for utilities' commercial and industrial customers. It helps utilities deliver energy efficiency recommendations, engage occupants in conservation, and measure energy performance.
SourceWho owns Pulse Energy now?
Pulse Energy was acquired by EnerNOC in 2014, which was then acquired by Enel in 2017. EnerNOC was rebranded as Enel X in 2018. Pulse Energy is now part of the Yardi Smart Energy Suite.
SourceWhat utilities use Pulse Energy?
Major utilities using Pulse Energy include British Gas, PG&E, and BC Hydro. The platform combined with EnerNOC serves 54 utilities worldwide with capabilities to manage 14,000 sites.
SourceWhat data does Pulse Energy collect?
Pulse Energy collects real-time energy information from commercial buildings, performing fault detection, identifying energy-saving anomalies, and measuring financial and environmental performance for utilities and their commercial customers.
SourceDoes Pulse Energy integrate with other platforms?
Pulse Energy provides APIs and integration capabilities. As part of Yardi's energy suite, it integrates with utility billing, energy procurement, and sustainability solutions.
SourceBehind it
Who makes Pulse Energy Software
- Company
- Pulse Energy Systems
- Based in
- Seattle, WA
- Founders
- David Helliwell, Greg Kerfoot
Timeline
Pulse Energy Software over time
- Renamed2018-10-01
EnerNOC rebranded as Enel X
Source - Acquisition2017-08-01
Enel completes acquisition of EnerNOC for approximately 250 million USD
Source - Acquisition2014-12-02
EnerNOC acquires Pulse Energy for undisclosed amount
Source - Founded2006-01-01
Pulse Energy founded in Vancouver, Canada by David Helliwell and Greg Kerfoot
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