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electrification when it comes to energy management and roof top
solar.
Their Square D Energy Centre - which isn't available in Canada yet -
aims to bring all electrical infrastructure into one hub, including battery
storage, backup power, and solar integration alongside a connected
electrical panel. The panel monitors energy usage for each breaker
using the Wiser technology and applies machine learning to determine
store energy, when to sell energy back to the utility, as well as
automating EV charging so that it only draws power at optimal times.
" Where we and our partners are headed with this is to create a system
that will be programmable and automated for the individual, " said
Lorne.
In the case of power outages, he explained, the Wiser Energy system
can look at how much battery power is stored and prioritize the
essential load, stopping the EV charger so that it can run the fridge
longer, for example.
" These are personal decisions based on how you prefer to utilize and
optimize your energy. "
The Energy Centre is currently being sold in California because new
builds are required to include a solar component. Lorne estimated it
would be available in Canada late 2022, early 2023.
" We're seeing increased energy costs, we're seeing increased need
to greening of energy and moving away from coal and natural gas. I do
see a rise in solar installation. We're beginning to see the advent of
back-up battery storage, " explained Lorne. As these trends continue to
grow there will be increased need for systems like the Energy Centre
and Wiser Energy to be able to control more diverse systems at the
home level.
Wiser Energy Management System
Wiser Energy is a key building block in a smart home system, allowing
you to set energy schedules, see trends over time, and adjust behavior
in response to these activities. Wiser Energy allows you to monitor solar
panel production as well, so now you can easily calculate the return on
investment of a solar installation.
With Wiser Energy, you can give your home a voice. It helps you keep
tabs on your home by notifying you when devices are on or off in the
home, and monitors home energy usage in real time, for a safer and
more efficient home.
* Easy to use intuitive mobile app
* Always learning and self identifies devices in your home
* Set custom alerts for devices in your homes such as garage door
opens, the sump pump turns on, or when the dryer's done
* Displays energy consumption by appliance, i.e. refrigerator or
outdoor pool pump, air conditioning or hot water heater
* 24/7 real-time view of energy consumption or production (solar)
* Set budgets to manage your energy expenditures before you get a
bill
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