Objective The energy consumption of experimental animal facilities accounts for a significant proportion of the energy consumption in scientific research institutions, and its energy consumption characteristics are significantly different from those of ordinary buildings, thus requiring specialized monitoring and management. Method A set of energy consumption monitoring systems was designed for experimental animal facilities, and was deployed in the SPF-level experimental animal facility of Huazhong University of Science and Technology. Results After the system went online, it achieved real-time collection and recording of the facility"s electricity consumption data, and proposed energy-saving measures for three application scenarios. Conclusion The energy consumption monitoring system for experimental animal facilities has the characteristics of being reliable, efficient, and user-friendly, and has guiding significance and promotion value for the energy management work of experimental animal facilities.