The Evolution of Home Energy Management in North Georgia
Until recently, energy management for homeowners was not well understood or widely
adopted. With homeowners facing increasing energy costs, energy management has become
an important consideration to help manage home energy usage. In its most simplistic terms,
energy management is the control of higher-wattage appliances to lower energy usage during
periods of high demand.
How energy management began & why it was never a perfect system for Georgia homeowners
One of the earliest energy management devices implemented by electric utilities required
placing controls on electric water heaters and air-conditioning systems. In exchange for a
nominal financial benefit, homeowners allowed the utility to control these appliances during
periods of higher demand. While well-intended, the homeowner was allowing the utility to
take control of the energy in their home. In some areas of the US, electric utilities (through
Smart Meters) even have the ability to turn a homeowner’s power off in an emergency or
period of high demand.
A shift toward homeowner control for Georgia-based energy management systems
The adoption of alternative power solutions, such as home generators and energy storage,
coupled with advancements in energy management, have opened the door to allow
homeowners the ability to take control of their own energy management, making their home
more energy resilient.
Recently, ABB acquired Lumin Smart, a manufacturer of quality energy management systems.
ABB has introduced their new ReliaHome Smart Panel that builds on the original Lumin Smart
Panel. When paired with a home generator or energy storage system, the ReliaHome Smart
Panel gives the homeowner many options including:
- No need for a separate critical loads panel
- Right-size your energy storage or standby generator
- Conserve fuel
- Increase your battery runtime
- Avoid electric demand charges
- Minimize time-of-use electric charges
- Reduce energy consumption
- Lower your electric bill
If you want smarter control over how your home uses energy, this technology offers an efficient and dependable solution.
How GenSpring Power supports smarter homes & better energy management in Atlanta & all of north Georgia
GenSpring Power is more than just a generator company. We are an innovative energy
company offering MicroGrid solutions by incorporating the best generator brands, including Kohler and Briggs & Stratton, energy storage systems like Sol-ark and SimpliPhi batteries, and energy management through Lumin Smart to help you prepare for whatever comes your way. We look forward to applying our years of energy expertise to design a comprehensive energy
solution for your home.
Ready to Take Control of Your Home Energy? Contact GenSpring Power to Bring Reliable Energy to Your North Georgia Home
GenSpring Power is North Georgia’s locally owned generator and home energy company. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how a smarter, more resilient energy system can protect your home.
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