Purpose of this article
Understand the five ways to export data from Scaler and choose the method that matches your needs.
Export methods
Scaler offers five ways to get your data out of the platform, each designed for different use cases.
1. Raw data via the Scaler Spreadsheet
Export unprocessed field values exactly as entered — useful for audits, backups, or external processing.
2. Calculated metrics via the Data Export
Export processed sustainability metrics (energy intensities, GHG emissions, CRREM alignment, etc.) in predefined or custom formats.
3. Framework-specific reports
Generate pre-configured reports aligned with ESG reporting frameworks like GRESB, GRI, SFDR, EU Taxonomy, and others.
Read more: Generating framework reports
4. API integration
Automate data feeds to your own systems for real-time integration, custom dashboards, or business intelligence tools.
Read more: Connecting Scaler to your systems via API
Go directly to: Scaler External API
5. Meter-level monthly consumption
Download monthly consumption per meter for energy, water and waste. This is the only export that breaks consumption below the asset level. The file includes both actual readings (actual_monthly_consumption) and Scaler-generated estimates (estimated_linear_extrapolation_consumption) so the time series is continuous. Energy, water and waste are downloaded separately.
Navigation: Data Collection Portal → Portfolio → Meters & Consumption → Download monthly export
Read more: Estimated consumption data in Scaler
Which method should I use?
Export raw data when you need:
- Audit trails showing original input values
- Database backups
- Data for external processing or analysis
- A complete snapshot of all entered fields
Export calculated metrics when you need:
- Sustainability KPIs for investor reports
- Custom analyses in Excel or BI tools
- Aggregated portfolio performance data
- Multi-year performance comparisons
Generate framework reports when you need:
- Submissions to GRESB, GRI, SFDR, or other specific frameworks
- Audit-ready outputs with supporting documentation
- Pre-configured templates that meet regulatory requirements
Use API integration when you need:
- Automated workflows
- Real-time data in external systems
- Custom dashboards or applications
- Programmatic access to Scaler data
Use the meter-level Monthly export when you need:
- Consumption broken out per meter, not aggregated to asset
- Both actual readings and estimated values for gap-filled months
- Reconciliation against utility bills at meter level