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Credit to Author: Denis Marant| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 10:18:06 +0000

Far beyond mere bricks and mortar, your home is the foundation of your lifestyle, equipped with the appliances and devices necessary for everything from starting your day to unwinding at night. But here’s something you might not often think about: how protected are you and these appliances from…

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What is a home battery backup?

June 24, 2024 admin Electrification, home battery backup, home electrification, homes, power bank, power grid, power outage, Prosumer, Renewable energy, smart electrical panels

Credit to Author: Jaser Faruq| Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 17:59:07 +0000

Power outages are increasing in frequency, mostly due to extreme weather or stressed electrical grids. And today, whether for remote work, online education, or simply keeping things running smoothly, a reliable power supply is essential. These interruptions disrupt our daily lives, stop work and school…

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[BeEnergyWise] Step 5: I want to reduce my home’s carbon footprint

June 24, 2024 admin carbon footprint, Energy Efficiency, energy management, energy saving tips, homes, Sustainability

Credit to Author: Bruno Capdordy| Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 08:03:20 +0000

Did you know homes represent 20% of the total greenhouse gas emissions? If you are in this blog, this is probably something you suspected and decided to tackle. These 20% are mainly due to the energy we consume. Therefore, every time you reduce your energy…

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[BeEnergyWise] Step 4: I want to maximize my solar self-consumption

June 24, 2024 admin Energy Efficiency, hems, homes, Solar, solar energy, solar panels, wiser : smart home devices

Credit to Author: Bruno Capdordy| Date: Mon, 24 Jun 2024 06:38:51 +0000

You just installed solar panels or are thinking of installing some? Without a Home Energy Management system, you might struggle to use more than 50% of the energy produced by your solar panel. You might debate: why is this important? Because the rest of your…

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[BeEnergyWise Series] Step 3: I want to charge my EV at the lowest cost

June 21, 2024 admin Energy Efficiency, EV charging, home electrification, homes, schneider charge, Sustainability, Wiser Energy

Credit to Author: Bruno Capdordy| Date: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:38:04 +0000

An average of 80% of the EV charge is made at home. While it is the most convenient, and somehow the least expensive way of charging, some studies have shown it can increase energy consumption by up to 40%. With the increase of energy tariffs…

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[BeEnergyWise Series] Step 2: I want to reduce my heating bill

June 21, 2024 admin #energybills, #energysaving, beenergywise, Energy Efficiency, energy saving tips, heating, homes, Sustainability, wiser : smart home devices

Credit to Author: Bruno Capdordy| Date: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 07:54:37 +0000

More than half of a home’s energy consumption is devoted to heating. Heating is thus the very first thing to tackle if you want to make subsequent savings on your bill. The great news is you can do so without impacting your comfort! In fact,…

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[BeEnergyWise Series] Step 1: Getting started with a Home Energy Management solution (HEMS)

June 20, 2024 admin Energy Efficiency, energy saving tips, energy savings, hems, homes, impact maker, Sustainability

Credit to Author: Bruno Capdordy| Date: Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:35:06 +0000

In today’s rapidly changing energy landscape, where prices are continually on the rise and tariffs are growing increasingly complex, finding ways to save money on your energy bill can be a daunting task. The integration of renewable energy and the influx of new loads in…

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The power shift: What is home electrification?

June 19, 2024 admin connected home, Electrification, Energy Efficiency, home electrification, home energy monitor, homes, Renewable energy

Credit to Author: Guest Blogger| Date: Tue, 18 Jun 2024 20:59:03 +0000

Electricity prices in the United States have increased 3.6% in the last year, outpacing this year’s inflation rate of 3.2%. It’s no wonder that this increase has driven homeowners to seek out energy solutions that power homes more efficiently, independently, and sustainably. Home electrification is…

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