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Best Level 2 EV Charger: Compare ChargePoint, Juice Box, Grizzl-E, Siemens, Blink, ClipperCreek, and Emporia

October 27, 2022

How do you find the best smart home EV Charger? Is a Level 2 Charger right for you? Do I need a smart charger? What are the top charging stations available today? Which deliver the best value?

5 Reasons You Need a Level 2 EV Charger

September 20, 2022

Many EVs come with Level 1 EV chargers, but how different are Level 1 and Level 2 chargers? Emporia discusses the 5 reasons you may want to upgrade to a Level 2 charger, including: speed, convenience, efficiency, rebates, and automation.

What’s the Big Buzz About “Energy Management”?

July 21, 2022

The Emporia Ecosystem enables Smarter Home Energy Management that can help you automatically manage your usage beyond energy savings tips to help lower your energy bill – it's good for your wallet and the planet!

This Simple Device Enables Home Energy Savings for Under $15

July 19, 2022

Are you ready to take a small step toward making informed energy decisions that help put money back in your pocket by making devices in your home more energy efficient automatically? Check out this device from Emporia for under $15

What Does the Mass Adoption of EVs Mean for the Grid?

July 19, 2022

While the imminent mass adoption of electric vehicles is surely a great step in the right direction for the environment as a whole, the shift from gasoline to electrified cars is bound to have a significant impact on the grid. Emporia has products and features to help minimize this impact.

How to Deal with Two Big Factors that Cause High Energy Bills

July 14, 2022

Reasons why your energy bill is high can be difficult to navigate. Learn about how Peak Demand and Time-of-Use Pricing affect the cost of your electricity and how you can utilize Emporia products to drive energy efficiency and save money.

Making Data Driven Decisions on Time-of-Use Electrical Consumption

May 31, 2022

Guest blogger, Professor Steve Linthicum, uses the data from the Emporia App, Emporia Smart Plugs, and Emporia's Scheduling features to reduce electrical consumption and ultimately, his energy bill.

Emporia Energy Management Features for Thermostats

May 5, 2022

You can now automate your Ecobee, Sensi, and Honeywell thermostat 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.

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

April 6, 2022

Guest blogger, Professor Steve Linthicum, completes a cost/benefit analysis on adjusting energy usage patterns using the Emporia Vue: Utility Connect.

Best Home Energy Monitor: Compare Curb, Sense, Smappee, Neurio, Efergy, Eyedro, and Vue

July 29, 2021

What is the best home energy monitor for your consumer dollar? Compare legacy devices -- and learn about a versatile new entrant.

Electric Sub-Meter for Rental Units

October 28, 2020

The Emporia Vue is an accurate and affordable way to sub-meter rental units. The Vue installs in electrical panels to accurately monitor the energy usage of rental units, saving landlords time and headaches.

The World's Best Value Energy Monitor

July 29, 2020

A major milestone now allows purchase of the best value home energy monitor for a mere $49.99, making energy insight and savings available to all!

The Emporia Smart Energy Home System

March 27, 2020

The transition to clean energy is well underway! Energy generation through solar and wind are higher than ever. That is why we are creating the Emporia Smart Energy Home System.

4 Smart Home Devices that Pay for Themselves

March 10, 2020

By switching to a smart home device, you can save significantly. Moreover, by taking control of your energy use, you’ll be able to make informed decisions that will ultimately put money back in your wallet.

Why an Energy Monitor is Your Next Smart Home Device

January 30, 2020

If you’re trying to decide what your next smart home device should be, we’ll help you cut out the guesswork. It’s time for an energy monitor.

Save Money by Avoiding Vampire Loads

September 3, 2019

The abundance of electronics on which we now rely may extract a significant unknown cost. Learn about the scale of Vampire Loads -- and how to avoid them.

Manage Your Time of Use Rate Schedule for Electricity

August 7, 2019

Increasingly, energy consumers are faced with TOU -- or time of use rate pricing. Prepare for this change with a simple, cost-effective energy monitor!

How to Ensure Solar Makes Sense for Your Home

July 30, 2019

Before undergoing a major investment in solar, homeowners should ensure that doing so makes sense. Installing an energy monitor is the best first step!

Best Power Strips to Reduce Vampire Load

July 9, 2019

The best power strips help control vampire load AND add convenience to your home. We provide you with the information needed to make a great purchase.

Best LED Bulbs to Replace in Your Home

June 5, 2019

Towards helping its Vue customers achieve greatest energy savings, Emporia provides this short, easy list of best LED bulbs to replace costly, old bulbs.

Best Smart Thermostats for Your Home

March 19, 2019

Emporia keeps tabs on the current market for the best modern smart thermostats that provide Wi-Fi connectivity and a host of other features to help consumers save money, energy, and carbon over time.

Save Energy and Money: A Bold Path to Cut Costs by 50%

March 18, 2019

As our energy economy transitions evermore towards new technology, we set our sights high for saving money!

Save Money and Realize Benefits with Real-time Energy Data

March 8, 2019

Savings benefits accrue from regular access to energy data in real time. This post references research to establish Emporia's savings range of 3% to 13%.

Save Money with Thermostats for Energy Savings

March 7, 2019

Smart technology has greatly improved our ability to use thermostats for energy savings. Learn how the right thermostat could save you over 20% on energy.

Save Money by Shifting Energy Load

March 6, 2019

Increasingly, utilities are sending price signals to encourage using "non-peak" energy. Shifting energy load to match favorable pricing will save you money.

Save Money by Changing Energy Rate Plan

March 5, 2019

Consumers may save money by changing their energy rate plan or provider. This post justifies projecting an associated savings range of 3% to 10%.

How Many Reasons Does It Take to Change a Light Bulb?

March 4, 2019

Multiple reasons justify the decision to change out a traditional incandescent light bulb in favor of LED technology. Be cool and make the switch!

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