Understanding Venting in Analytics
The Analytics page helps you understand how gas is being used and lost in your biogas system. One of the key metrics shown is venting.
What is Venting?
Where Can I See Venting?
System-Level (Individual System)
In the Analytics tab of a system, you can view:
Venting time – how long gas was vented
Event history – when venting happened and for how long
Volume of gas vented (m³) – estimated gas lost
Comparison chart – usage vs venting
In the Fleet Analytics section, you can:
See total venting across all systems
Compare usage, venting, and leakage (only available for the standard variant )
Track performance over time (e.g., last 7, 15, 30 days)
How is Venting Detected?
Venting is identified automatically using data from the smart meter.
When the system detects that:
Gas pressure has reached a high level, and
The pressure stays steady for a period of time, it records this as a venting event.
How is Vented Gas Calculated?
From April 2026, the platform uses an improved method to estimate vented gas.
The calculation is based on:
The size of your digester
The climate where your system is installed
This helps provide a more realistic estimate of how much gas is being produced and lost.
Important Notes
The updated calculation applies to new data only (from April 2026 onwards)
If system details like digester size are missing, venting volume may not be shown
If the climate is not set, it is assumed to be warm
How to Reduce Venting
If you notice high venting in your system:
Try to use gas more regularly
Ensure appliances are being used efficiently
Check that your system details are correctly filled
Reducing venting helps you get the most value from your biogas system.
Need Help?
If you have questions about your system’s Analytics or venting data, please contact support.
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