RLM refers to recording power demand at successive time intervals. The measurements form a time series that can be used to examine an individual supply point’s consumption pattern.
The data basis, contract scope and distinction from related terms are essential for applying this to a portfolio. RLM is not a procurement model, and SLP is not a fixed-price tariff. Do not confuse measured values with an annual volume mathematically distributed across time intervals.
AT A GLANCE
MeteringRecord the individual profile
CheckCheck gaps and units
Property useAssess procurement and operations
NeoBid’s own overview.
PROPERTY PRACTICE
What does this mean for your portfolio?
For tendering, provide a complete metering file with period, unit and market location assignment. Check gaps, substitute values and treatment of daylight-saving changes. Annual volume alone does not show when demand peaks occur or how consumption is distributed across cheaper and more expensive periods.
An example.
Our own example: an office building consumes the same energy volume on two days. RLM data reveal that many systems start simultaneously on one day. This timing difference is invisible in the daily total.
Simplified example to explain the term. Actual metering data, the supply concept and agreed terms are decisive.
WHAT MATTERS
Three questions for your portfolio.
01
Is the time series complete and clearly assigned?
02
Which values are measured and which are substitutes?
03
Which demand peaks matter for the contract and operations?
Make the distinction clear ↗
Distinction from SLP – standard load profile: RLM is not a procurement model, and SLP is not a fixed-price tariff. Do not confuse measured values with an annual volume mathematically distributed across time intervals.
Sources reviewed: 18 September 2026 · Editorial team: NeoBid
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