Amphiro a1: World’s First Self-Powered Shower Monitor


It comes in the form of an attachable water meter that is electronically smart. This self-sufficient water meter operates without any batteries. All it needs is the water flowing though it in...

Drought Fighting Tool: Using Water Data To Change Behavior, Promote Conservation


Does blending personalized water consumption data, conservation tips and competitive spirit create the right formula for getting people to use less water? That would be “yes” for the East Bay...
    






Why Nest Could Be A Nightmare For Google


Google’s headquarters in Mountain View and the California Public Utility Commission in San Francisco are only about 50 miles apart as the crow, or techie commuter bus, flies. But when it comes to...
    






Five Reasons California’s Energy Efficiency Plan Flopped


On paper, Energy Upgrade California looks like a sure winner. Under the program, California utilities have been offering qualified homeowners $4,500 in matching funds to make their homes more energy...