Home and Business Area Network Devices
Using a home or business area network, you now have the ability to connect devices within your home or business that can give detailed information about energy use as well as help manage and monitor your electricity use.
SmartMeter
An advanced electric meter which communicates via ZigBee© to smart devices in the home.
Energy Storage
Appliance that charges at the lowest rate and stores energy to be used at a late time helping to reduce your bill. Also helps maintain reliability on the grid during on Reduce Your Use days.
HVAC
Communicates with your thermostat to efficiently adjust the temperature based on your home needs.
Smart Thermostat
A thermostat that connects to your Smart Meter or the internet which, based on personal settings, helps manage your heating and cooling costs. Some thermostats have the ability to be controlled remotely from a smart phone or web app.
Smart Appliances
Appliances that have been modernized to monitor and automatically adjust how they operate according to your preferences.
Solar Panel
An array of panels that absorb sunlight to generate electricity for your home. Some have the ability to allow for you to monitor the energy being generated.
In Home Energy Display
A display that connects to a Smart Meter which provides near real-time feedback on energy use and costs. Some may be programmed to provide alerts on energy use.
Gateway
A device that allows information from the smart meter and smart devices to be connected to the internet.
Interactive User Portal
An online tool that allows you to view and manage your energy consumption in near real time from a computer. It may also allow for you to control your smart devices remotely.
EV Charging Station
Appliance that charges an electric vehicle, which when connected, will help determine the best time to charge the car based on the price of electricity. You always have the option to start the charge at any time.
Pool Pump
Appliance that circulates water for your pool that, when connected, will allow you to program settings remotely. On Reduce Your Use days the pump may work less to help maintain power on the electric grid.