
What is unique about the Energy Dashboard?
- Uses an low amount of power
- Web portal allows users access to historical data for building reports
- Specific to task of monitoring energy use means low cost of product
- Can be produced with RoHS components
- Accessible and easy to use interface
- Faceplate is aesthetically pleasing and customizable look & feel to match appliances
Why Build The Energy Dashboard?
- MorningStar Home needs good energy balance to win the Solar Decathlon
- Make occupants aware of energy usage instantaneous, not at the end of the month on their power bill
- Drive occupants to trying to achieve a net positive energy balance to make money back on their investment
- It was a unique and interesting challenge to the team
Block Diagram:

Andrew Cassell Ryan Paul Teofil Rus Vinay Thakker