Archive for October, 2008
Current Cost energy meters on trial
Posted by: | CommentsDehems will be running the first tests of it’s energy monitoring system using energy meters from Current Cost. The Current Cost meter monitors energy use in real-time, and displays the information on a display panel. It can be installed easily and does not require additional wiring. Energy use is measured by placing a simple clip around the insulated power cable as it emerges from the meter box. The clip is connected to a small transmitter that sends a signal to the display box, telling home owners exactly how much electricity is being used at any given time. As well as viewing energy usage as it happens, the meter can connected to a computer to allow historic data to be viewed.
Smart Appliance EU Project
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Smart-A is an EU project with 9 partners from 4 EU countries, including University of Manchester. The aim is to examine if it possible for smart appliances to adapt their operation to variations in energy supply. For example, domestic appliances can offer a range of options for load-shifting, including delaying the start of washing or dishwashing cycles or the use of refrigerators and freezers for temporarily storing energy. For more information visit the Smart-A website.


