Energy Conservation vs. Efficiency
Share On March 15, 2010 we had a great discussion in the Hohm community about energy conservation and efficiency. I believe this conversation really took off because it’s a topic that everyone can relate to since we all use energy every day — for transportation, cooking, heating and cooling rooms, manufacturing, lighting, and entertainment. Most importantly the choices we make about how we use energy — turning machines off when we’re not... Read More
Efficiency VS. Effectiveness
Share The Prius Effect is one of the most celebrated situations where information directly effects the actions of individuals. Prius owners can be highly effective in conserving energy since they have real-time data at their fingertips allowing them to change their actions to make the car perform at optimal levels. The green community has been screaming for this option for their households, the ability to monitor and receive real-time data for the... Read More
The American Dream Machine
Share In 1971 PBS launched a program called The Great American Dream Machine – a satire based on political comedy. What really stuck out in this series wasn’t Chevy Chase but Marshall Efron and his critical look at consumerism. “One notable skit was on the different size descriptions on cans of food, in the days prior to government regulation and standardizing of labels. Efron sarcastically compared cans of olives with sizes like “Giant”,... Read More
The Last Mile to Thanksgiving: Are You Hungry For Change?
Share Trying to come up with some blog topics around the holidays for Hohm I headed out to my parents who are always up for a cup of coffee and some strong debate early in the morning. Quickly the conversation tuned into the upcoming holiday and what is the possibility of households conserving energy by preparing food in one location while the community gathers in once place to eat. This idea was almost instantly rebutted by my dad stating that the... Read More
Seattle City Lights Announces Data Feeds
ShareToday Seattle City Light is the first utility to announce that it is offering customers the ability to link their electricity consumption data with Microsoft Hohm.”Our customers understand that energy conservation means lower bills and less impact on our environment,” Superintendent Jorge Carrasco said. “We want to help them use less of our product by giving them the tools like Hohm to manage their energy use wisely.” City Light... Read More
