Archive for November, 2008
Dehems on Facebook
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Dehems now has a site on Facebook – logo on to your Facebook account and become a fan!
Manchester “Eco Dad” Try’s Out Energy Meter
Posted by: | CommentsThe local paper in Manchester – Manchester Evening News recently reported in their “Diary of an Eco Dad” column experiences of using a home energy meter. The discover for the reporter was the cost of running his home entertainment system – TV etc. at 4p per hour with the potential to save £350 a year if he could eliminate the waste useage.
Dehems Dashboard Goes Live!
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The DEHEMS Dashboard has now been launched enabling users to view their home energy consumption LIVE! Every six seconds readings are taken via the energy monitor providing a unique insight into how exactly energy is being used.
The aim of DEHEMS is to create the tools for efficient energy usage. Dehems participants will be able to view their own homes data and compare against other DEHEMS users. This should highlight potential energy wasting items ithat could be replaced with more energy efficient ones, saving energy and therefore money in the long run.
Defra Report on the Effectiveness of Feedback on Energy Consumption
Posted by: | CommentsIn 2006 Defra published a review of the literature on metering, billing and direct displays. Whilst a little out of date given the pace that technology moves, it provides an interesting overview. The report can be downloaded from the Defra website.
