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When plugs start to talk... and help save energy

Yvonne Flavin on December 14, 2009 | 1726 Views

The stuff of science fiction movies has become reality! Imagine if all electrical outlets had the ability to monitor and capture your home or office energy use, carbon output data, and could also "talk" to the Internet...

The firm Zerofootprint has just launched TALKINGplug™, an exciting new initiative which is already making headlines worldwide. This revolutionary technology allows individuals to change how they use energy without increased effort.

The TALKINGplug™ works when clipped directly onto a standard power outlet. Using Zerofootprint's VELOpulse™ software, the data collected from the TALKINGplugs™ in your home or office is analyzed and responds with your energy consumption.  Individuals and corporations can automatically control and manage the power of each appliance.

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Zerofootprint has taken a visionary concept and made it reality, which will usher in a new era of home energy monitoring and control.

For more information have a look at the TALKINGplug™ and Zerofootprint websites.

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