Energy
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With our extensive expertise in the field of sustainable energy, MRK supports the implementation of innovative projects related to the energy transition.
The requirements for grid connection are increasing significantly: heat pumps , wall boxes, storage units, PV systems, and generation loads are all connected to the same connection point and, as of 2024, must be controllable in a grid-oriented manner in accordance with Section 14a of the Energy Industry Act (EnWG); at the same time, the meter infrastructure is being converted to smart metering systems. Without a technically integrated, controllable, and measurable energy system, peak loads remain uncontrolled and control interventions undocumented.
How do you integrate your systems so that they can be controlled, regulated, and tracked? We support your energy system across the entire chain: from mapping existing systems and load profiles, through measurement, communication, and control concepts, to integration with your energy management system. Building on this foundation, we also handle the technical implementation and ongoing operation, creating a digital, controllable model of your energy system that integrates your facilities, grid connection, and operational management.
- Information: Overview of the overall system’s status and communication capabilities
- Interaction: Control and Regulation of Infrastructure, Generation Facilities, Consumers, and Storage Systems
- Integration: Bringing New Market Participants Onboard Through Automation
Our Services
System and Load Analysis
The first step is to determine which systems can be integrated at all and how the loads behave at the grid connection point.
- Inclusion of heat pumps, wall boxes, storage systems, PV systems, and production loads
- Analysis of Load Curves and Generation Profiles at the Grid Connection Point
- Review of the grid connection, meter configuration, and existing communication technology
Integration and Measurement Concept
Only what is measurable and achievable can be controlled. We define the measurement and communication architecture and integrate the systems technically.
- Connection of controllable consumption devices pursuant to Section 14a of the Energy Industry Act (EnWG)
- Measurement and communication concept, including smart metering systems and control technology
- Definition of Data Points, Interfaces, and Protocols
- Establishment of a comprehensive, documented database
Control and Regulation
Turning data into operations: We develop the control strategies that enable your systems to operate in coordination with one another.
- Control Strategies for Load Management, Peak Load Limitation, and Self-Consumption
- Sector integration of heating, storage, PV, and charging infrastructure
- Implementation of grid-oriented control specifications without disrupting production
- Integration with the energy management system and the control system
Technical Implementation
A concept only becomes effective once it has been installed and put into operation. We support the implementation process all the way through to final acceptance.
- Selection of suitable providers and technical solutions
- Contract Award, Bid Evaluation, and Technical Assistance in Procurement
- Installation, Commissioning, and Functional Testing of the Control Chain
Monitoring and Operation
Once the system is up and running, we’ll see if the control system holds up in everyday use. We’ll set up ongoing monitoring and provide the data needed for operation and verification.
- KPIs and Measurement and Reporting Concepts
- EMS Integration for Ongoing Controlling
- Digital twin for simulating and optimizing operations
- Documentation of control interventions for verification and reporting
Your Benefit
MRK Media AG makes your energy system controllable.
We integrate heat pumps, wall boxes, storage systems, PV systems, and production loads into your technical infrastructure, enable their measurement and control, and monitor their operation—from system assessment through the measurement and control concept to ongoing monitoring. The result is a technically integrated, monitored, and verifiable smart grid concept for your company.
The energy transition is the overarching political goal: moving away from fossil fuels and toward renewable energy and climate neutrality by 2045. For companies, this means specific legal obligations, COâ‚‚ reporting requirements, energy audits, and climate neutrality pathways.
From legal requirements to secured funding – how do you guide your company through the energy transition? We guide you through the entire process, from the initial consultation, through the transformation plan and implementation, to ongoing monitoring while securing the appropriate funding.
Our Services
Initial Consultation
- Energy audit in accordance with DIN standards and tracking of electricity, heat, and gas consumption
- Preparation of the GHG inventory according to Scope 1 and 2 (optional: Scope 3)
- Eligible for funding through BAFA Modules 1 through 50%
Transformation Plan
- Setting a COâ‚‚ Reduction Target and a Target Year for Climate Neutrality
- Development of a catalog of measures (heating networks, sector coupling, smart grids, PV, energy storage)
- Eligible for funding through BAFA Module 5 at a rate of 40–60%
Implementation
- Selection, awarding of contracts, and construction supervision for the approved measures
- Eligible for funding through BAFA Module 3 in combination with KfW 270 (up to a 50% grant or 100% loan)
Your Benefit
MRK Media AG guides you through the energy transition.
We translate legal requirements into a concrete path to climate neutrality by 2045 from the initial consultation through the transformation plan to ongoing monitoring and secure the appropriate funding along the way.
The rollout of modern exhibition equipment is gaining momentum: rollouts, schedules, spot checks, and leftover items result in installation volumes that shift from year to year all while adhering to strict requirements regarding notice periods, customer communication, material logistics, and comprehensive documentation. Without robust processes, these quantities can quickly turn into backlogs.
From the order file to the verified performance report – how do you roll out thousands of meter replacements on schedule and in a way that’s audit-proof?
We manage the entire replacement process: scheduling, customer communication, materials logistics, installation by certified electricians, and digital documentation of each individual replacement. Together with our installation partners, we cover this entire process right through to the verified transmission of installation data to your systems.
Our Services
Order Data & Scheduling
- Importing order data from the meter installation portal (CSV or API)
- Route Planning, Technician Assignment, and Resource Management
- Compliance with execution periods, deadlines, and lock-up periods
Customer Communication & Appointment Management
- Customer letters in accordance with the MsbG, first and second letters, notification cards
- Scheduling appointments, reminders, and follow-ups in case of an unsuccessful visit
- Multilingual support for your customers’ inquiries
Assembly & Quality Assurance
- Installation of measuring devices by trained, certified electricians
- Sealing, as well as visual and functional inspections at the meter location
- On-site inspections, photographic documentation, and compliance with technical standards
Documentation & Billing
- Digital recording of all installation data: meter number, date and time, installer, location
- Shift logs with photos, signatures, and GPS data, archived in compliance with the GDPR
- Verified performance records and transfer of data back to your systems
Your Benefit
MRK Media AG takes your meter rollout to the next level.
We combine scheduling, customer communication, and logistics with digital documentation and verified billing and, together with our installation partner, provide the entire replacement process from a single source, from the initial customer letter to audit-proof documentation.
From the data foundation to implementation – how is a robust district heating concept developed to ensure a reliable and cost-effective heat supply?
The demands on municipalities and district heating network operators are increasing significantly: heating plans must be submitted on time, and existing and new networks must be developed step by step to become greenhouse gas-neutral
in accordance with clear milestones. At the same time, heat sources, connection rates, economic viability, funding conditions, and permitting requirements must be integrated into a robust overall concept.
Without a well-founded feasibility study, there is no basis for decision-making to assess technical feasibility, costs, eligibility for funding, and risks at an early stage. We integrate GIS, inventory, consumption, and customer data into a consistent planning framework, develop supply scenarios, and guide the process all the way to implementation that is ready for approval or construction.
Our Services
MRK Media AG develops efficient heating networks with a clear vision.
We organize existing data, identify heating needs and potential, evaluate options, and translate the results into technically sound and economically viable expansion strategies from the initial analysis through to implementation.
Current Situation Analysis
- A consistent, validated data set derived from GIS, inventory, consumption, and customer data
- Determination of heat demand, connected load, existing supply, and anchor tenants
- Delimitation of the Study Area, Grid Expansion Area, and Grid Densification Area
Potential and Variant Analysis
- Assessment of Renewable Heat Sources and Waste Heat Potential
- Development and Evaluation of Multiple Supply Scenarios
- Justified selection of a preferred option that is technically, economically, and environmentally viable
District Heating Network Planning
- Route Planning, Pipe Sizing, and Basic Hydraulic Design
- Design of Generators, Storage Facilities, Power Plants, and Transfer Stations
- Feasibility study, implementation roadmap, and documentation compliant with funding requirements
Target Network Planning
- Development of a target scenario for defined time horizons, such as 2030, 2035, 2040, and 2045
- Development and Comparison of Technically, Economically, and Environmentally Viable Supply Scenarios
- Prioritization of measures and construction phases with clear timelines and impacts
Technical Implementation & Planning
- Technical preliminary, conceptual, and permitting design for the district heating network, energy center, and power generation facilities
- Hydraulic network calculations and the design of pipelines, pumps, storage tanks, and generators
- Bidding, permitting, and planning documents as the basis for construction-ready implementation
Your Benefit
Our Strengths
The expansion of renewable energy, heat pumps, charging infrastructure, and new consumers is increasing the need for expansion and modernization of distribution networks. Consequently, there is a growing need for capacity in the planning of permit applications, construction, and documentation for cable routes as well as grid and substation projects. MRK provides flexible support in accordance with the specifications and standards of the respective distribution network operator (DNO).
Our Services
3 service packages can be combined flexibly.
In addition to its core services, MRK also provides support upon request for further stages of the planning process in accordance with HOAI from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through preparation for contracting to construction supervision and property management.
Permit Planning
- Preparation of planning and application documents for cable routes, as well as substations and transformer stations.
- Coordination with authorities and stakeholders in accordance with the VNB’s guidelines.
Detailed Design
- Preparation of site plans, route plans, location plans, and construction drawings for the implementation of the construction project.
- In accordance with the technical specifications and standards of the respective distribution network operator.
Documentation
- Preparation and delivery of agreed-upon CAD, GIS, and project data.
- Optional: Data entry into systems provided by the distribution utility.
On-Demand Planning Capacity
MRK supplements the distribution utility’s internal resources with flexible, standards-compliant planning capacity tailored to the project scope, requirements, and deadlines.
Your Benefit
From the database to implementation how do you create a consistent, robust network model for planning and operations?
The demands on distribution grids are increasing significantly: New loads from e-mobility and heat pumps, decentralized feed-in sources, and stricter regulatory requirements are all placing simultaneous pressure on existing infrastructure. Without robust grid modeling, there is no foundation for systematically forecasting demand, identifying risks early on, and managing investments in a targeted manner.
We support your network throughout the entire modeling and planning cycle: from consolidating and cleaning up your existing data, to analyzing current network utilization, to developing concrete expansion and target network concepts. Based on this, we also support the technical implementation from planning for permits through to the handover to the network inventory. This results in a consistent, digital representation of your network that seamlessly integrates planning, investment decisions, and operations.
Our Services
MRK Media AG makes your power grid ready for the future.
We transform fragmented grid data into a robust model, identify bottlenecks early on, and translate regulatory requirements into clear expansion strategies from the initial analysis through to technical implementation.
Data Preparation
- Consistent, computable mesh model
- A verified, cleaned, and documented database
- Updated GIS data and network diagrams for planning and operations
Actual Network Analysis
- Capacity, Stress, and (N-1) Analyses
- Bottlenecks and Critical Resources with Key Metrics
- Specific Recommendations for Network-Related Actions
Network Planning
- Scenarios, Assumptions, and Specific Network Concepts
- Measures in Different Variants with a Technical Comparison
- Assessment of Risk, Grid Operations, and Economic Viability
Target Network Planning
- Target network map for defined time horizons (e.g., 2030/2040)
- Comparison of Scenarios and Key Metrics for the Different Variants
- Prioritized expansion paths with timelines and impacts
Technical Implementation & Planning
- Permit and Construction Planning
- Bidding Documents and Specifications
- Transfer of Completed Measures to the Network Inventory
Your Benefit
MRK provides you with comprehensive support in developing your heating plan
Our Services
Consulting
- Needs and Location Analysis
- Economic and Feasibility Analysis
- Financing and Operating Models
- Simulation and Calculations
- Concept
Planning
- Master Planning and Construction Planning
- Hardware Planning
- Approval and Application Procedures
- System Integration
- Process Description
- Data Management
Implementation
- Project Implementation
- Selection of Service Providers
- Construction Supervision
- Monitoring and Oversight of Participating Companies
- Measurement Verification
- Project Acceptance
Documentation
- Surveying and Integration into the Customer’s Existing Systems
- Quality Assurance Reports
- Project Documentation
- Meeting Minutes
- Final Report
Consulting
- Needs and Location Analysis
- Economic Viability and Feasibility Analysis
- Financing and Operating Models
- Simulation and Calculations
- Concept
Planning
- Master Planning and Construction Planning
- Hardware Planning
- Approval and Application Procedures
- System Integration
- Process Description
- Data Management
Implementation
- Project Implementation
- Selection of Service Providers
- Construction Supervision
- Monitoring and Oversight of Participating Companies
- Measurement Verification
- Project Acceptance
Documentation
- Surveying and Integration into the Customer’s Existing Systems
- Quality Assurance Reports
- Project Documentation
- Meeting Minutes
- Final Report
We integrate your data and data from other sources!
This allows us to create precise heating plans based on a detailed digital twin .
