Home Energy Management

When Italian conglomerate Enel announced its intention this week to spend $250 million to acquire EnerNOC, an energy storage company, it emphasized that more large industrial manufacturers are seeing home energy as perhaps the next major trend. Of course, the biggest giant in the home battery market is Tesla with the Tesla Powerwall, but this […]

After what looked to be a down year for solar panels and solar energy in general, has proven to be quite the opposite. Three new amazing solar technology advancements are making believers out of doubters. Roll-up Solar Panels — As you can imagine, roll-up solar panels could change the way we use solar panels completely. […]

Are your nights filled with dread because of the steady bump in the night of your electric bill? If you’re looking to get a more peaceful night’s sleep by saving some money on your electricity bill here are a few ways to stop common electronic ghouls from bumping up your energy bill this month. Get […]

As many of us have noticed, utility companies are replacing flat-rate power pricing with time-of-day-based pricing models. For consumers, this new “time-variant pricing (TVP)” structure can be a good thing, especially when technology can help you save money. Smart home automation systems can control when your dishwasher and clothes washer starts, for example, or can […]

The average homeowner is likely to feel overwhelmed by all the different options and types of solar panels available on the market today. So let’s look at the different types of solar cells, focusing on photovoltaic solar cells, and their benefits and disadvantages. Crystalline Silicon — Crystalline silicon is the most commonly distributed form of […]

A good first step toward greater energy efficiency at home is to install a smart thermostat. Like every product, each thermostat has its pros and cons. The mere fact that you are looking into purchasing a smart thermostat is a sign as to just how far this product category has come and how important it […]

Home technology is becoming so popular that even Marcia Brady from The Brady Bunch would be jealous these days. According to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Home Design Trends Study, home technology is absolutely on fire in terms of its popularity among architects, and smart thermostats and lighting controls are leading the pack. The […]

With energy bills on the rise it’s more important than ever to eke the most savings possible out of your energy bill. A big part of your bill goes to your major appliances so with that in mind here are three ways can cut your utility bill by getting the most out of your appliances […]

As the world starts to move towards greener forms of energy, we see increasing focus on advancements in solar panels. Here are three key technologies that could change home solar technologies in the future, according to the website electrek.co. The Solar Shingle We have been hearing about the Tesla Solar Shingle for a while and […]

When looking to take control of your household energy usage, knowledge and understanding are power. By knowing when and where you use the most energy can help you nip costly energy-gluttonous habits in the bud and help you use every dollar to the max. Schneider Electric’s Wiser Energy System help homeowners so this by providing […]