Abstract: A submeter for measuring electricity use collects information usage data from several sensors, such as circuit clamps which each measure usage within an individual circuit within a premises. The submeter is programmed for operation using an installation tool wherein an installer can enter configuration data defining the characteristics of each circuit (e.g., air conditioner circuit, swimming pool circuit, etc.), and transmit the configuration data to the submeter. The submeter can then transmit electricity usage data from the circuits, along with the configuration data, to an Intelligent Power Manager or other processor which can analyze and/or display energy usage among the various circuits.

Abstract: A standby power controller having data communication capability. The standby power controller includes a data communication means adapted to communicate with a processing and display device. The processing and display device includes a processor and a display which are adapted to provide a user interface for the standby power controller.

Abstract: A standby power controller including an electrical outlet which supplies electrical power to a television which display a video signal provided by a set top box. There is a sensor which senses use of a remote control device which is used to perform user-initiated control of the set top box. The sensor is adapted to distinguish signals travelling between the remote control device and the set top box which are associated with user-initiated control of the set top box from signals travelling between the remote control device and the set top box which are not associated with user-initiated control of the set top box, and the standby power controller removes power from the television in the event that the sensor does not detect user-initiated control of the set top box for a selected time period.

Abstract: An energy saving device for installation in a household, the energy saving device including? a communications module used to transmit identification data and usage data to a monitoring entity for energy savings measurement and verification purposes. The identification data includes a unique identifier o of the energy saving device. The unique identifier is combined, with a geographical location of the premises to form a verification code.

Abstract: A standby power controller having data communication capability. The standby power controller includes a data communication means adapted to communicate with a processing and display device. The processing and display device includes a processor and a display which are adapted to provide a user interface for the standby power controller.

Abstract: A method for evaluation, measurement and verification of energy savings achieved by an installation of an energy saving device, such as an advanced power strip or energy hub device. The method includes an installer installing an energy saving device in a premises supplied with electricity by an energy supplier. Installation information is recorded and to a monitoring entity, usage data describing the ongoing use and power consumption of the energy saving device is then transmitted to the monitoring entity.