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The key to harnessing this collective power is smart management, or, more precisely, the Home Energy Management System (HEMS).

In home energy management, AI can automatically optimize when to charge or discharge batteries, run appliances, or sell energy back to the grid. It predicts solar production, aligns consumption with dynamic tariffs, and ensures energy is used when it's cheapest or most sustainable. This results in lower bills, better use of renewable energy, and reduced grid strain.

A zero carbon house—also called a zero emissions home—is a core component of any eco-friendly house plan. It minimizes environmental impact by considering the type and amount of energy used during construction, as well as the energy sources used to heat, cool, and power the home after it’s built. The goal is to reduce the home’s overall carbon footprint across its entire lifecycle.