How is the energy crisis affecting the home automation industry?
Escalating energy costs are causing consumers to become more aware of the energy management capabilities of automation systems. They are familiar with standard programmable thermostats so it’s not a big jump for them to understand the increased energy savings when these thermostats communicate with the automation controller. By tying them together, the temperatures can be automatically set back when the security system is armed. Additionally, lights and small appliances can be scheduled by activity, time of day, or room occupancy. With HAI’s Advanced Control Programming, the homeowner doesn’t even have to think about it, the system automatically knows to turn on the outside lights if the front door is opened, and its after 6pm. It’s all about saving without suffering. It’s the very essence of what home automation is all about. Combine the benefits of enhanced comfort, maximum energy savings, and convenience with the fact that the system can pay for itself over time with the money saved
