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Simplified Energy Data AccessYour Key to Effortless Energy Data Collection
Tired of wrestling with complex utility data? EZGB is your one-stop solution for streamlined access to billing and metering information from Ontario utilities.
55+Ontario Utilities
2 yrsTypical history available
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Supported Utilities
EZGB is onboarded with 55 utility providers across Ontario, making energy data collection effortless for businesses of all sizes.
Alectra Utilities Corporation
ElectricAlgoma Power Inc.
ElectricAtikokan Hydro Inc.
ElectricBluewater Power Distribution Corporation
ElectricBurlington Hydro
ElectricCanadian Niagara Power Inc.
ElectricCentre Wellington Hydro Ltd.
ElectricCooperative Hydro Embrun Inc.
ElectricCornwall Electric
ElectricE.L.K. Energy Inc.
ElectricElexicon Energy Inc.
ElectricEnbridge Gas Inc.
GasEnova Power
ElectricEntegrus Powerlines Inc.
ElectricEnWin Utilities Ltd.
ElectricAlectra Utilities Corporation
ElectricAlgoma Power Inc.
ElectricAtikokan Hydro Inc.
ElectricBluewater Power Distribution Corporation
ElectricBurlington Hydro
ElectricEPCOR Electricity Distribution Ontario Inc.
ElectricEPCOR Natural Gas Ltd.
GasERTH Power Corporation
ElectricEssex Powerlines Corporation
ElectricFestival Hydro Inc.
ElectricFort Frances Power Corporation
ElectricGrandBridge Energy Inc.
ElectricGreater Sudbury Hydro Inc.
ElectricGrimsby Power Inc.
ElectricHalton Hills Hydro Inc.
ElectricHearst Power Distribution Company
ElectricHydro 2000 Inc.
ElectricHydro Hawkesbury Inc.
ElectricHydro One Networks Inc.
ElectricHydro Ottawa Limited Rideau
ElectricEPCOR Electricity Distribution Ontario Inc.
ElectricEPCOR Natural Gas Ltd.
GasERTH Power Corporation
ElectricEssex Powerlines Corporation
ElectricFestival Hydro Inc.
Electric... and many more utility providers across Ontario
View All Supported UtilitiesHow We Process Your Energy Data
See how EZGB transforms complex, non-standardized utility XML into standardized, usable energy data you can easily analyze and integrate.
Utility
XML Data
Convert
Your Data
Utility XML Data Collection
EZGB connects to your utilities to collect consumption, usage and billing data — through authorized utility connections, Green Button, or by digitizing PDF bills:
- •Customer Resource XML - Contains customer information, addresses, and account details
- •Resource XML - Contains meter readings, usage points, and billing data
Customer Resource XML
<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?>
<feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:cust="http://naesb.org/espi/customer">
<id>urn:uuid:a1dc9675-8b7c-52b0-a471-185c0b59a659</id>
<title>RetailCustomer - Customer</title>
<entry>
<content>
<cust:Customer xmlns:cust="http://naesb.org/espi/customer">
<cust:Organisation>
<cust:streetAddress>
<cust:streetDetail>
<cust:addressGeneral>123 Main Street</cust:addressGeneral>
</cust:streetDetail>
<cust:townDetail>
<cust:name>Toronto</cust:name>
<cust:stateOrProvince>ON</cust:stateOrProvince>
</cust:townDetail>
</cust:streetAddress>
</cust:Organisation>
</cust:Customer>
</content>
</entry>
</feed>Resource XML
<?xml version='1.0' encoding='UTF-8'?>
<feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom">
<id>urn:uuid:dc7d2455-31dd-5d05-a8c6-3c48cbdeb02c</id>
<title>Usage Feed</title>
<entry>
<content>
<UsagePoint xmlns="http://naesb.org/espi">
<ServiceCategory>
<kind>0</kind>
</ServiceCategory>
</UsagePoint>
</content>
</entry>
<entry>
<content>
<ReadingType xmlns="http://naesb.org/espi">
<accumulationBehaviour>4</accumulationBehaviour>
<commodity>1</commodity>
<flowDirection>1</flowDirection>
<intervalLength>3600</intervalLength>
<kind>12</kind>
<uom>72</uom>
</ReadingType>
</content>
</entry>
</feed>The EZGB Data Advantage
Complete Accessibility
Access your standardized data through our web portal, API, or automated SFTP delivery - however your systems need it.
Powerful Analytics
Our portal provides visualization tools for daily and monthly usage analysis, with usage verification against utility bills.
Multi-Utility Support
eliminating the need for custom integrations to each utility. Connect to 50+ Ontario utilities through a single standardized interface, eliminating the need for custom integrations.
ELECTRIC
Comprehensive electric utility data from all Ontario providers, accessible in a standardized format.
GAS
Simplified access to natural gas consumption data from multiple utility providers across Ontario.
WATERWhere Available
Streamlined water consumption data to track usage patterns and identify conservation opportunities.
What is EZGB?
Out of the box, EZGB provides a solution that retrieves and monitors the collection of meter and bill information from utilities. EZGB also has the capability to troubleshoot data issues with Ontario's electric and natural gas utilities in the quickest way possible.
EZGB removes the burden for our customers to manage each utility system separately. Our platform streamlines the process of accessing utility consumption, usage and billing data from Ontario's 55+ utilities — whether through authorized utility connections, Green Button, or digitizing PDF bills — so you can focus on analysis rather than data collection.
Screaming Power, a leader in energy data management, created EZGB to simplify access to valuable energy resources. We understand the complexities of the utility landscape and have developed a solution that delivers reliable, secure, and standardized meter and billing data.
Government Green Button Initiative
Supporting Ontario's Energy Efficiency Goals
EZGB aligns with provincial energy initiatives, delivering the government's vision for conservation, efficiency, and economic development across Ontario.
Increased Conservation & Energy Efficiency
Support provincial sustainability initiatives with data-driven energy management across multiple facilities.
Economic Development Opportunities
Create cost savings and operational efficiencies that can be reinvested into core educational programs.
Increased Process Efficiencies & Reduced Costs
Eliminate manual data collection and processing, reducing administrative overhead and human error.
Reduced Utility Customer Care Effort
Streamline utility interactions and reduce the burden on facility management teams.
Streamlined Energy Reporting & Benchmarking
Simplified regulatory reporting and performance benchmarking across all facilities and campuses.
Supporting Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
Enable integration of solar panels, battery storage, and other renewable energy systems.
Revolutionary Data Processing
NO XML → EXCEL SPREADSHEETS & JSON
EASY SETUP
Eliminate complex XML processing. Get clean, usable data in formats your teams already know.
15 Minutes
Average Setup Time
From registration to first data export
Ideal for Organizations Big and Small
From retail chains and healthcare systems to manufacturing facilities and government institutions - EZGB scales to meet your energy management needs across any industry
Multi-Location Management
Centralized energy data across retail chains, office buildings, and facility portfolios
Scalable for Any Size
From single locations to enterprise operations with hundreds of facilities
Provincial Coverage
Comprehensive support across Ontario's diverse business infrastructure
Budget Optimization
Data-driven insights to optimize energy spending and operational costs
Industries Already Benefiting
Retail Chains
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Education
Government
Real Estate
...and many more industries discovering the power of streamlined energy data
Get Started Today
Still want to find out if this is good for your business? Schedule a demo or sign up now to start streamlining your energy data management.
What We Offer
Why struggle with complex data collection when we've already mastered it? You're in the right place for getting utility data easily.
While others are just starting, we're already 10 miles ahead with proven technology and established utility connections.
1
No-Risk Free Account
- Open an account today with no commitment
- No need to register yourself everywhere
- Only pay if we retrieve Utility data
2
Data Authorization
- Authorize your data directly
- Invite customers to authorize their data
- White label options for direct integration
3
Automatic Data Delivery
- Automatic downloads in standardized formats
- Historical and on going bill and meter data
- Synchronous and asynchronous support
ADVANTAGES
Transformative Benefits
Discover how EZGB delivers measurable value through streamlined energy data management.
Effortless data retrieval
Eliminate error prone manual processes with each utility to save time and money by automating data collection and simplify data management.
5xreduction in collection time
Consistent and standardized data
Gain clear insights without the hassle of disparate formats from each utility provider.
100%format consistency
Automated updates
Stay current with daily, automated data delivery. Ensures you always have the updated information you need.
24/7automatic updates
Reduced errors
Ensure data accuracy with our proven data quality processes that identify and address potential errors.
ValidateSource of Truth
Focus on your core business
Let EZGB handle the data complexities, so you can strategize and grow your energy management initiatives with your team.
Secure platform
Enjoy peace of mind knowing your data is safe and secure with our industry-leading protocols.
QUICK ROI
See Results in Weeks, Not Months
Most EZGB customers achieve positive ROI within weeks of implementation by eliminating costly manual processes and gaining actionable insights from their standardized data.
Typical setup time: 1-2 business days
Time to first data: minutes after authorization
Time to ROI: 2-4 weeks
News & Blog
Latest guides and updates on utility data collection.
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Choose the plan that best fits your organization's needs.
| Plan | Freedom | Standard | Gold | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Access Fee | $0 / Month | $50 / Month | $3999 / Year | Contact us for pricing |
| Continuous Data (Electricity & Gas) | N/A | $2.25 - $1.00 Based on volume | $1.35 - $0.60 Based on volume | Custom pricing |
| One Time Download | $20 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Support | Pay per use | Customer support included | Customer and account holder support | Customer and account holder support |
| Automated Delivery via API & SFTP | ||||
| Guest Authorization (no login required) | ||||
| Embeddable Components | ||||
| Custom Domains | ||||
| Customized Third Party Registrations |
Need help choosing the right plan? Tell us about your utilities and meters and we will walk you through it.
Enterprise Solutions
Enterprise for Utilities
Advanced monitoring, testing and reporting tools designed specifically for utility providers. Whether you're monitoring your own operations or overseeing other utilities, EZGB Enterprise provides the tools you need.
Self-Monitoring
Utility Monitoring
Monitor your own utility operations or oversee other utilities with comprehensive Green Button data analysis.
Regulatory
OEB Reporting Support
Monitoring features that help utilities track the data quality and availability their Ontario Energy Board obligations require, and report on Ontario Energy Board regulations and standards.
Quality Assurance
Testing & Auditing
Advanced testing capabilities for utilities to validate data integrity and audit energy distribution systems.
For Utility Companies
- Self-monitor your utility operations and data quality
- Validate Green Button data integrity and format conformance
- Test and audit energy distribution systems
For Regulatory Bodies
- Monitor multiple utilities across your jurisdiction
- Track the service levels your OEB obligations require
- Comprehensive reporting and analytics dashboard
Ready to Transform Your Utility Operations?
Discover how EZGB Enterprise can provide the monitoring, testing and reporting tools your utility needs.
Learn More About EnterpriseFrequently Asked Questions
Green Button allows you to download your natural gas and electricity usage data (energy data) and account holder information from your utility, and authorize the secure, automatic transfer of this data to a third-party's Green Button application of your choice.
See EZGB with your own utility accounts
Request a demo and we will walk through how EZGB collects billing and interval data from your utilities, digitizes PDF bills, and delivers it by API, SFTP, JSON or CSV.
Why Choose EZGB?
Guided setup
Our team sets up your accounts and authorizations with you
Historical data
Typically up to two years of billing and meter history
Canadian support
The same team that builds EZGB answers your questions
Standardized output
JSON, CSV, REST API and SFTP delivery
Scheduled retrieval
New bill and meter data collected automatically, typically daily
PDF bills too
BillScan turns scanned and PDF bills into the same structured data
Questions before you book?
Email wanttoknow@screamingpower.com or call +1 833 227 0696. The team that builds and supports EZGB answers directly.
Support available 8:30 am to 5:00 pm ET
Request a demo
Tell us about your utilities and use case. We reply within one business day to schedule a walkthrough.
What every plan includes
55+ Ontario utilities
Billing + interval data
API, SFTP, JSON, CSV