What to Know Before Getting a Home Battery

What to know before investing in a home battery backup system. Buying a home battery is a smart option for energy resilience, lower energy costs, and a reduced carbon footprint. However, before deciding to install a home battery, it’s good to be well-informed about the process and what to expect. Here are our top 10 […]

Emporia’s Load Management: A Cost-Efficient Solution for EV Charging

Homeowners across the US are embracing the future of transportation by switching to electric vehicles (EVs). However, for those with limited electrical panels, typically rated at 100 amps, installing a Level 2 EV charger has been a challenge. Traditionally, this meant facing the costly prospect of a panel upgrade, which could set you back anywhere […]

Emporia Smart Plugs are Now Available in the UK and EU

UK and EU Smart Plugs with Smarter Home Energy Management features by Emporia are officially here! You asked and we’re now delivering! Enjoy the same award-winning features that earned our US Smart Plugs Editor’s Choice in PC Magazine and DigitalTrends, specifically catered for homes across the pond! Monitor energy use and control most home appliances from […]

5 Reasons You Need a Level 2 EV Charger

reasons you need a level 2 ev charger

As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to grow in popularity, the infrastructure to support them is also evolving. One of the most significant enhancements you can make as an EV owner is installing a Level 2 charger at home. Here are five compelling reasons why investing in a Level 2 charger is beneficial. 1. Faster charging […]

This Simple Device Enables Home Energy Savings for Under $15

According to EDF, “Americans spend $350 billion a year on electricity“ with three-quarters of the energy going to waste.” This isn’t sustainable for the planet — or our wallets when a high electric bill arrives. But there’s one simple, affordable, and straightforward way to waste less energy while saving on your monthly bill. Better yet, […]

Emporia Energy Management Features for Thermostats

Not only can you control your Ecobee, Sensi, and Honeywell thermostat with the Emporia App, you can now automate these same thermostats to meet your needs, comfort, and budget based on the price of your energy; how much energy you are consuming; and how much energy you are producing. To get started you’ll need to […]

Managing Electrical Energy Costs with Time of Use (TOU) Limitations

According to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, San Diego has the highest energy rates in the United States. In 2017, recognizing continued increases energy costs were likely, I made a decision to take steps to damper consequences by following a pathway that incorporated both a reduction of energy use and the incorporation of a […]

Introducing the Gen 2 Emporia Vue: a Smart Home Energy Management Solution

Emporia Energy is pleased to introduce the all new Gen 2 Vue, its smart home energy management solution.  Available at breakthrough pricing, the platform helps you protect assets and use energy wisely.  The Vue gives consumers insight and control of energy consumption.   It collects whole home and circuit-level energy usage, applies cloud-based tools, and […]

Why an Energy Monitor is Your Next Smart Home Device

It’s become second nature for us to ask Alexa to order a pizza. Or we ask Google Assistant to turn up the volume on our favorite song. We have no problem asking our virtual best friends to set a timer. A smart home device can check our calendars, report the weather, and tell us a […]