Monitor and Control each outlet in your house!


Monitor/Control each circuit in your home!

In our Energy Tools for Newbies, Part 2 post we looked at several different types of energy monitors including the plug-in device monitor, whole-home moment of use, and whole home internet enabled data-logging monitors.  And then there was one more type that was on the wish list.  … continue reading

TED 5000 is installed! It’s alive!


TED 5000 opened

***Update 10/6/09 – Google has announced they are working with the TED 5000 as a device partner for their Google Power Meter software.  Follow the link above to learn about it and to update your firmware.  This is pretty big news and will no doubt send sales of the TED … continue reading

What is this Smart Grid thing?


Power lines are part of the smart grid

If you want the official answer, check out the Department of Energy’s comments on the Smart Grid.  If you want the answer you can explain to your children, stay here!  Basically, the Smart Grid is a way for Utilities to better monitor and communicate electricity … continue reading

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