Mission Data Coalition Inc

The Mission Data Coalition Inc, with Employer Identification Number (EIN) 472196936, is a U.S. nonprofit organization focused on promoting customer-friendly energy data access policies. The organization aims to enable an innovative and vibrant market for energy management services by ensuring that consumers have easy access to their energy use information.

Mission

The coalition's mission is centered around two key principles:

• Easy Data Access: All consumers should be able to easily access comprehensive information about their energy use, including both historical and real-time data from smart meters.
• Standardized Data Formats: Energy consumption and pricing data should be provided in standardized, machine-readable formats that facilitate innovative services and are consistent nationwide.

Leadership and Members

The organization is led by Michael Murray, who has extensive experience in the energy management sector and previously co-founded Lucid, an energy management software company. Other members include representatives from various energy-related companies, such as Uplight and Renew Home, and experts in clean energy and policy.

Activities

Mission Data Coalition has been involved in several initiatives across the U.S. to advocate for better data access policies:

• Rulemaking and Comments: The coalition has provided comments on numerous regulatory proceedings, advocating for streamlined consent processes and third-party access to energy data.
• State-Level Advocacy: Mission Data Coalition has been active in states like Illinois, Maryland, New Hampshire, and New York, often working to ensure that utilities provide accessible data to consumers.

Impact

The coalition's efforts have contributed to mandates for data accessibility using standards like the Green Button Connect, affecting over 36 million electric meters nationwide. This advocacy helps in unlocking the full potential of smart meters by allowing consumers to access their energy data, potentially leading to significant energy savings and cost reductions.

Financial Overview

As a nonprofit, Mission Data Coalition Inc derives its revenue primarily from contributions. In recent years, the organization has seen revenues of approximately $407,000, with expenses of about $358,000, maintaining a favorable assets-to-liabilities ratio[4].

Membership and Supporters

The coalition invites organizations across the country to join and support its mission by promoting energy data access standards and expanding data accessibility rules. Companies like EnergyCAP have joined the coalition to enhance data-driven energy savings by advocating for accessible and standardized energy data formats[5].