Home Energy Blog

Home Energy Metering 2.0 is on the Horizon

Tue, 18 Oct 2011 14:53:23 GMT

The Home Energy Metering web site is undergoing a major rebuild to make things easier for you to find. Read about the new changes in our Sep-Oct Meter Messenger e-zine.

Google Power Meter Powers Down

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 19:38:36 GMT

Details of Google's recent decision to discontinue Google PowerMeter are in our July-August Meter Messenger e-zine. Microsoft Hohm will follow suit next year. What are your on-line energy monitoring options? Click here to find out...

May-June Meter Messenger - Belkin Plug-in Meter

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:49:22 GMT

The new Belkin Conserve Insight plug-in meter offers a remote display so you don't have to get on your hands and knees to read it. Sub-metering techniques, air conditioner efficiency and energy tips round out this issue.

May-June Meter Messenger - Belkin Plug-in Meter

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 14:47:17 GMT

Meter Messenger to Publish Bi-monthly

Mon, 16 May 2011 16:41:55 GMT

The Meter Messenger E-zine has been published monthly for the past year. It is moving to a bi-monthly publication. Look for the May/June 2011 issue around mid-June.

April Meter Messenger - eMonitor Update

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 13:14:49 GMT

Recent updates to the eMonitor circuit level energy monitor are featured along with how to build a Btu meter, lighting efficiency and 10 more energy saving tips.

Envi Power Monitor Added to Smart Meters Table

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:06:53 GMT

Recently introduced in the U.S. the Envi power monitor provides a low cost option for monitoring energy coming into the home. The system can easily be scaled up to measure additional appliance loads as needed.

Meter Messenger for February

Sat, 19 Feb 2011 14:14:16 GMT

The February issue of the Meter Messenger is out. Check out how we do metering systems for larger customers. Learn how some utilities are starting to control appliances inside the home and, as always, pick up some great energy saving tips.

January Issue of the Meter Messenger

Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:59:32 GMT

The January issue of the Meter Messenger is out. Check out The Energy Detective Story, Google PowerMeter, Microsoft Hohm and some great energy saving tips.

Smart Meters Comparison Page

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 03:53:05 GMT

We've just added the stats for the circuit level Ecodog FIDO energy monitor system to our comparison tables and set them all up on a new page called Smart Meters Compared. The Home Energy Monitor Systems page remains in place less the tables.

New Social Media Links

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 16:56:20 GMT

Social media links have been added to most every page to access Google, Yahoo Buzz, Face Book, My Space, Stumble Upon, Technorati, Delicious and Twitter. When you find a page you like, share it with your friends through your favorite media outlet.

November Meter Messenger

Wed, 24 Nov 2010 21:06:24 GMT

The November issue of the Meter Messenger is out. Energy monitors make great holiday gifts so we offer some suggestions on how to choose the right one for your home along with energy saving tips and more...

One Stop Shop is Fully Operational

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 15:14:58 GMT

Our One Stop Shop is complete with the addition of the Solar Thermal and Wind Turbine store fronts. This makes twelve store fronts in all that bring you energy monitors and all sorts of energy saving and even some energy producing devices. Check it all out at...

October Meter Messenger

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 13:56:12 GMT

The October issue of the Meter Messenger is out. It features an overview of the Power Panel Profiler which is a great tool for the home energy auditor. There is also a list of all the store fronts now available in the One Stop Shop. And more...

Solar PV Store Front

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:35:53 GMT

Solar panels, solar battery chargers, back-up systems and accessories are now available at our newest store front - Solar Photovoltaic (PV).

New Store Fronts at One Stop Shop

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 03:16:07 GMT

Hot Water Systems and HVAC Equipment store fronts are now open in the One Stop Shop. Literally hundreds of new products are available on the site through these two store fronts alone. Check it out...

Meter Messenger E-Zine for September

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:53:27 GMT

The eGauge energy monitor is reviewed and we look at the new energy saving "sleep-mode" technology that is coming. Sub-metering fundamentals are covered along with energy saving tips to help you prepare for the colder months ahead.

Micro-Hydro Library Open

Sat, 14 Aug 2010 17:12:32 GMT

Check out dozens of books on micro-hydro and small scale hydropower generation. This form of renewable energy is becoming popular in hilly or mountainous terrain - especially in remote off-grid locations.

Lighting Controls Now Available

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 21:59:01 GMT

Remote lighting controls, dimmer switches, occupancy sensors and motion detectors are now available in the Lighting Controls store front of our One Stop Shop.

Efficient Lighting Store Front Now Open

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 21:37:49 GMT

Check out literally hundreds of efficient lighting products including halogen bulbs, compact fluorescent lights and LED floods. Visit our Home Lighting Efficiency page to determine which type will work best for your home.

One Stop Shop is Up!

Fri, 06 Aug 2010 20:17:49 GMT

We've just opened our One Stop Shop for home energy monitors and energy saving devices! Drawing from a multitude of vendors we make shopping easy by allowing you to sort for the best price. Store fronts for energy monitors, plug-in meters, power strips and programmable thermostats are up with more to come soon...

New Page - Home Lighting Efficiency

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:00:48 GMT

Incandescent bulbs compared with halogens, compact fluorescents and LED's. Practical, straight-forward calculations show you how to evaluate energy efficiency and bulb life to make the best choices for your home lighting system.

Meter Messenger Ezine #103 - Measurement Validates Conservation

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:43:38 GMT

Our slogan is "Measurement Validates Conservation". Find out why. What is the real value of a metering system? Trying to measure power on a budget - here's a strategy that will work. Plus, 10 energy saving tips...

Hot Water Systems Evaluated

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 20:18:28 GMT

New page evaluates energy saving ideas for hot water systems including instant hot water, tankless systems, heat pump water heaters, drain water heat recovery, timers and more...

Programmable Thermostats Page is Up

Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:29:16 GMT

Programmable thermostat features and options are explained with tips on how to optimize energy savings using a home energy monitor. Try this link again as it has been fixed.

Meter Messenger Ezine #102 - Energizing the Smart Grid

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 14:23:23 GMT

Second issue of the Meter Messenger E-zine delves into the Smart Grid. What is it? Who's behind it? How will it effect your power bill? What technology will emerge from it? Also featured are Circiut Level Energy Monitors, Understanding Your Electric Bill and 10 Energy Saving Tips.
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eMonitor and Efergy E2 Monitors Added

Wed, 26 May 2010 19:30:54 GMT

Stats on the new eMonitor from Powerhouse Dynamics and Efergy's E2 meter have been added to the Home Energy Monitor page. Click here for select screen shots showing how the eMonitor tracks energy at the circuit level. The E2 monitor offers an economical option for tracking Kwh and cost with data download capabilities.

eMonitor from PowerHouse Dynamics

Wed, 26 May 2010 13:48:52 GMT

I've had the PowerHouse Dynamics eMonitor installed at my house for several months now and it looks to me to be the best system out there for monitoring

New Energy Saving Tips Section

Tue, 18 May 2010 22:26:52 GMT

The first part of the NEW Energy Saving Tips section is up. It links to the Central Air Conditioner Systems page which shows how to reduce heating and cooling costs with home energy monitors, outdoor thermostats and SEER and AFUE analysis. Check out the cooling and heating cycle diagrams to refresh your knowledge on heat pumps.

New Energy Monitor GUI Page Up

Wed, 28 Apr 2010 22:45:50 GMT

GUI (Graphical User Interface) screen shots of leading home energy monitor software packages are compared. See how each manufacturer displays the energy data their systems measure.

Power Panel Profiler FREE Download

Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:38:25 GMT

Become your own home energy auditor with our Power Panel Profiler. It is a FREE download that uses an MS Excel workbook to analyze all loads on a 200 amp panel down to the last outlet.

Plug-in Meter Energy Saving Stories

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 20:30:41 GMT

Have you found an energy hog in your home with a plug-in meter? Share your story and we'll make it part of this site.

Home Energy Monitor Product Reviews

Thu, 15 Apr 2010 16:11:09 GMT

Already have a home energy monitor? Share your comments in our new product review section and we'll make them part of this site.

RSS Feed Now Available

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:57:40 GMT

All pages have been updated with a link for RSS feeds. This feature provides you with updates to the site when significant features or changes have been added. If you are not familiar with RSS, please click on the question mark above the orange RSS box or on this link to learn more:

Energy Monitors Available

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 17:59:12 GMT

Links to vendors offering the TED 5000, TED 1001 and Cent-A-Meter home energy monitors are now available at the bottom of the product comparison table.