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| Visible Energy |
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| Aim:The aim of this project is to assess the durability of changes in domestic energy use patterns that can be achieved by advanced real time energy display systems. Whilst it is generally accepted that installing real time energy displays can lower gross energy use in the short term, little research has examined the durability of those changes over the longer term and/or the factors that might affect that durability. Approximately 200 households in the East of England have been fitted with real-time energy display and monitoring equipment which offers varying degrees of functionality. The research seeks to evaluate the durability of observed changes in energy use patterns over the one year course of the trial as compared to different levels of display functionality and monitoring capabilities, various situational and demographic factors, and patterns of household interaction with the display unit. A large quantitative data set of real-time energy use patterns down to appliance (socket) level will be collected over the course of the trial. Appropriate statistical and time-series analysis of these data will be supported with qualitative evidence collected in interviews with 10 participants and periodic telephone surveys of all participants regarding their use and interaction with the display. |
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| Research Theme: Waste and energy management |
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| Timescale: October, 2007 until December, 2008 |
| (This project is still ongoing) |
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| Funded By: Carbon Connections |
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| Contact:
Nye, M.,
Smith, George |
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