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Home as a Grid

Smart home today, smart energy tomorrow

Eaton can help you better understand smart energy solutions and the trends that are redefining home energy management, such as EV adoption, incentives encouraging solar power and the future of battery storage installations.

Quick links: Smart home considerations | Cybersecurity | EV charging  | Utility incentives

 

 

Knowledge is power: understand smart home considerations

Before you make the move to unlock the advantages of smart home technology under your own roof, there are several factors to consider. Architecting a plan upfront will go a long way toward avoiding future pitfalls. Gain valuable tips about how to make smart investments, select the solutions that best fit your lifestyle, explore installation options and much more.
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  • Assess your current line-up of connected devices, from smartphones to speakers
  • Evaluate desired future devices by honing the solutions that best fit your particular needs, lifestyle and goals
  • Develop a smart home blueprint so you understand your goals, such as safety, convenience and whether you want to link multiple smart devices within your house
  • Future-proof your investment by anticipating prospective additions and incorporating flexible infrastructure upfront
  • Safeguard against cyber threats by choosing devices that have been tested and deploying a multi-layered security approach
  • Explore sustainable/green devices that can help lower utility bills and increase sustainability
  • Consider installation options, from the DIY approach to professional system integrators
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Make yourself at home ─ safer, smarter and more efficiently

As the place where you make memories, the home is one of your biggest investments. And with today’s homes more connected and automated than ever before, you need solutions that fit your lifestyle. From controlling costs through energy management to installing modern home technologies for comfort and safety, smart technology is making everyday tasks simpler and helping to keep your home safer, smarter and more energy efficient. Find out more about solutions that help facilitate these advantages, from programmable lights and thermostats that set themselves to security systems that will text you if there’s an intruder or if your door is unlocked.

Safeguard your smart home against escalating cyber threats

Although smart home technology yields numerous advantages, the explosion of Internet of Things (IoT) devices on home networks has created a gamut of potential inroads for hackers. Considering that an estimated 98 percent of all IoT device traffic is unencrypted, it is essential to properly safeguard your home network to reduce the threat of exposing personal and confidential data. Thankfully, a little diligence goes a long way. Find out more about the dangers and how to achieve the optimal defence that will allow you to securely enjoy all the benefits of smart home technology.
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  • Recognise vulnerabilities and their consequences, as anything connected to the Internet can potentially be hacked
  • Secure your home network by changing factory settings on every device, using strong credentials for Wi-Fi, disabling all services you don’t need and investing in an additional firewall
  • Be aware of every device you have, how it is connected and configured, and the current firmware/software version 
  • Protect every device that connects to the Internet with proper security measures

 

  • Be aware of different types of hackers, as cyberattacks can range from mischievous to malicious 
  • Buy from reputable sources and ensure that the manufacturer has an established process to actively identify, evaluate and address vulnerabilities
  • Remain aware and vigilant, as cybersecurity must be an ongoing process to address new vulnerabilities that are constantly emerging  
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Reap the rewards of reducing energy consumption during peak periods

In an effort to improve reliability, lower costs for customers and alleviate the burden of electricity demand outpacing supply, a growing number of utility companies are unveiling incentive programmes for their customers. Demand response (DR) and energy efficiency (EE) programmes offer an alternative to utilities having to construct expensive new power plants, while simultaneously helping them increase the use of renewables. See how homeowners can achieve various forms of financial incentives, as well as play a role in grid optimisation, by changing their behaviour and reducing consumption during peak periods.
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  • Understand that different utilities offer different programmes, with cooperatives, local councils, investor-owned and retail energy operators all extending distinct options
  • Determine the best programme for you, from demand response to time-based rates to energy-efficiency options
  • Weigh the programme’s benefits, understanding that participation generally doesn't require a major commitment or effort, and programmes are designed to avoid causing discomfort 
  • Explore the role of smart home devices such as meters, rooftop solar, electric vehicles, home battery storage and thermostats, which can help homeowners to manage their energy use
  • Carefully read the contract and understand all details before engaging in a programme
  • Look for incentive programmes to expand as more distributed energy resources help to increase resiliency, reduce costs and support grid stability
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Explore considerations of electric vehicle charging

Inspired by advantages such as fuel cost savings, lower maintenance expenses, better performance and the ability to slash greenhouse gas emissions, a growing number of consumers are considering electric vehicle (EV) ownership. Yet driving an EV goes beyond simply selecting a vehicle; a reliable charging method is also needed. To reduce headaches, hassle and costs along the way, it is important to plan ahead. Find out about key EV charging considerations, including how to recharge, different methods of charging and if your existing utility system is able to support the charging process.
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  • Understand the EV charging process, which is significantly different from running petrol or diesel vehicles
  • Determine when and where you want to charge, as recharging an electric vehicle to full capacity can take several hours
  • Assess utility capacity, as existing electric circuits may need to be updated in order to support higher-level charging stations
  • Choose a charging system, which range from a basic portable electric cable that can be plugged into a standard wall socket to upgraded versions that provide much faster charging
  • Consider installation options and consult a qualified contractor or electrician prior to purchasing electric vehicle supply equipment, as it must comply with local, regional and national codes and regulations
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Plug into our EV charging guide

Discover the fundamentals about EV charging, from differences in vehicle and charger types to battery capacity and charging times.

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Manage home energy production and consumption

A Home as a Grid environment creates smart energy systems that provide real-time connectivity and insights on home energy use. 
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Keeping homes safer, smarter and more energy efficient

Changing codes and new technology are evolving the way homeowners are making decisions about their home safety and efficiency, and how their partners in it all – contractors and builders – have to respond.
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Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re accelerating the planet’s transition to renewable energy and helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges.
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