Tips, guides, and news on home energy monitoring, EV charging, and smarter energy use.
The usage charts in the Emporia app now let you filter data in one tap, drill down from yearly totals to individual minutes, and jump to any date with a custom date picker.
April 16, 2026
Google Nest thermostat support has been one of the most-requested features from Emporia customers, and it's finally here. You can now connect your Nest to
March 12, 2026
Your electric vehicle's battery is one of the largest energy storage devices you own. A typical EV holds 60 to 100 kilowatt-hours of energy, roughly six ti
January 29, 2026
When the power goes out, a typical home battery can keep your lights on for 8 to 12 hours. Your electric vehicle could keep them on for days.
January 29, 2026
Your electric vehicle isn't just transportation. It's a massive portable power station.
January 29, 2026
The NEMA 14-50 outlet has become the standard for home EV charging, and for good reason. It delivers 240 volts of power, charges most EVs overnight, and us
January 19, 2026
Take a look at the side of almost any house in your neighborhood and you'll probably see an AC unit sitting on a concrete pad, maybe a standby generator ne
January 19, 2026
You open the Emporia app looking for answers. Why was last week's bill higher than usual? Is your EV charging right now? Which circuits are using the most
January 5, 2026
Homeowners with 400-amp services, large properties, and multiple panels have been asking for a way to see their complete home energy picture without juggli
December 12, 2025
You're scrolling through your Emporia App when a number catches your eye: last week's energy bill was way higher than usual. You start clicking through das
December 3, 2025
For over two decades, I specialized in North American energy markets. I watched power flow across transmission lines, tracked commodity prices, and saw fir
November 25, 2025
You've finally decided to buy an electric vehicle. You're excited about lower fuel costs, helping the environment, and joining the EV revolution. Then you
October 30, 2025
