Smart thermostats have been hot lately, but a new thermostat technology doesn’t just adjust your thermostat temperature based on time of day or your patterns. It also does so to keep you within a dedicated budget. There are plenty of nice thermostats and thermostat technology on the market these days, such … [continued]
Spark has developed an open-source thermostat that cost just $70 to make, and it did so within a single day. That’s nothing to snub your nose at. Before I provide further details about the thermostat, it’s worth noting that the primary reason the project was done so quickly and affordably … [continued]
Update: I’ve actually been informed that Honeywell has a much nicer page for its Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat with Voice Control – a first in the smart thermostat space — than the one I found and linked to below. It also has a cool Energy Savings Calculator. So, my apologies to Honeywell … [continued]
Originally published on Shrink That Footprint by Lindsay Wilson This is the fifth post in our Beginner’s Guide to Heating Bills, it follows average heating bills, heating fuel use, heating cost comparisons and home heat loss. Have you ever heard that ‘reducing your thermostat setting by 1°C (1.8°F) can cut your heating bill by 10%’? Do … [continued]
Whether we are speaking domestically or abroad, or even the east and west coast of the United States, energy conservation methods vary depending on the region because the climate ranges a great deal. Of course, home owners get to see the saved money in their bank account everywhere, which is … [continued]
Whether you are looking to save the planet or just a little money, going green is now easier than ever. However, with so many gadgets available on the market, it’s hard to know which products are truly green and which are just riding on the eco-friendly bandwagon. Here are nine new products which can … [continued]
When looking for ways to save money, you might not think to look into home automation. In the past, the term “smart home” conjured up images of expensive home improvements and high-tech gadgets that were only found in celebrity mansions or grand estates. However, with the emergence of new wireless technology and more companies providing … [continued]
Did you know that one third of the heat your house produces through your central heating system is rapidly lost? There are five main areas that heat is lost and these include the roof, walls, floors, windows and ceilings. But you can save your pennies and preserve the heat … [continued]
Nest has recently announced that it has released its second generation Nest Learning Thermostat for sale at Best Buy, with a price of $249. Available on-line at bestbuy.com as well as at more than 600 Best Buy stores, the new thermostat is a unique one that can save you a … [continued]
