Smart phone, smart car… and now smart house! You are a consumer of products, and products are a consumer of energy. Minimize your energy footprint, maximize your savings.
One might think of a Disney-esque utopia or a Twilight Zone nightmare, but really, the process of automating your house is easier than it’s ever been. It’s not reserved for some special elite group; a few small investments here and there can make a huge difference.
We’ve all been there, forgetting to turn off the lights or leaving the AC on too long. There are solutions for all of that. And beware the phantom load.
“Phantom loads” of energy — accrued by your devices and appliances in standby mode, steadily taking in more than you intend — account for 7% of electricity use country-wide. You may be a small part of that percentage, but it’s probably not small change.
There are a few good DIY tutorials and suggestions up on Freshome’s site for you to mull over as you contemplate your House of Tomorrow. Whether it’s a simple thermostat, automated lights, or a security system you can hook up to your phone, the possibilities are endless. To the future!
Read the full article here: Why Home Automation is Essential for Energy Efficiency