smart grid interface
There are a number of ways that consumers can interact with a home energy management system, which can display aggregate energy usage, individual appliances' energy usage, and daily trends.
In areas where utilities offer demand-response, consumers also need a way to program their preferences. GE's smart-grid lab shows some alternatives for accessing home energy management systems
July 16, 2009 5:57 AM PDT
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