HP (NYSE: HPQ) is considering a move into home energy management solutions.
This week the company unveiled a proof of concept for home energy monitoring research from HP Labs, the company’s central research facility. The research includes a tool that uses sensors and HP gateways throughout the home to track energy consumption by room and appliance. It also offers homeowners energy reduction tips and enables electrical use data to be viewed alongside other resources, such as water and gas.
Microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT), Google (Nasdaq: GOOG), Apple (Nasdaq: APPL) and Cisco (Nasdaq: CSCO) are among the other computing giants that are dabbling in software and hardware options for monitoring home energy use.
HP announced the research during launch events for it new EcoSMART portfolio, which it says can help customers reduce costs by up to 30% and reduce energy by up to 80%. HP EcoSMART fleet and console software options provide real-time performance information to help businesses save energy and paper, and track critical information to reduce their environmental impact.
HP also introduced the HP EcoSolutions Store, an online store featuring more than 300 ENERGY STAR®-qualified and EPEAT registered products.
"The fastest and easiest way to reduce environmental impact, save money and boost productivity is to make the most of the energy we use today," said Engelina Jaspers, vice president, Environmental Sustainability, HP. "HP provides its customers with the scope and portfolio to deliver a seamless experience for customers who want to manage their energy usage in the connected world."
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