Research: Energy consumption devices

Ecobutto
The ecobutto is an illuminating USB device that acts as a reminder and a prompt for the user to press it's button at every opportunity whenever the computer is going to be left idle. This could be from taking a phone call or break, to doing paperwork or going to lunch and meetings where otherwise the
computer would normally be left on. This is because people generally do not like turning off their computers because of the time it often takes to restart. When the ecobutton is pressed it engages the computer into energy saving ‘ecomode’. This ensures that both the computer and monitor are set to operate in the most efficient, lowest power mode available, which actually draws only the same nominal power as when the computer and monitor are turned off!
When you need to use the computer again, simply press any key to instantly return to where you left off!

No one wants to take the time and effort to turn their computer on and off all the time when their just leaving it for 10 minutes.  This button is simple and fast therefore people would want to use it more.

EcoSaver Powermeter
This mini power meter is designed to measure the power consumption of electrical appliances via a plug and read system. Plug the device into a wall socket and then plug any electrical device into it thus allowing it to display how much energy it being used. The Powermeter displays accurately and precisely how much energy is being used so the user knows immediately the associated cost to run the appliance.

When you get your power bill at the end of the month you don't really know whats using the most energy and what doesn't use much energy.  Therefore having one of these allows people to easily test each appliance in their house, making it easy for people to find what uses the most energy and cut down on using it.

Water Saving Shower Monitor & Timer
This Showertime water saving monitor and timer, you will be able to understand how much water you use every time you have a shower. With the bathroom using nearly 40% of all water in the home, the shower is the perfect place to start saving water.

The LCD display shows volume of water in a fun numerical and graphical format. The case and buttons are waterproof, the timer can be wall mounted or lanyard hung and the lithium battery has a life span of 12 months.

With this shower timer and monitor you can set targets for water usage and an alarm will go off when you reach that target. Helps you to save 100's of litres of water and reduce your water bill with programmable targets with a calibrated filling display. The Efergy Shower timer is easy to set up and easy to use, it comes with an eco-container which is used to measure the flow rate of the shower or bath. Once the container is full the monitor is set, so every time you take a shower or bath you can measure the amount of water used.

 

Fridge/Freezer Thermometer
This a simple to use fridge thermometer with easy to read dial and optimum setting marker. It ensures your fridge or freezer is set at the optimum temperature without wasting energy. The thermometer is made of stainless steel so is guaranteed to give many years of reliable and accurate operation. By using the right temperature in your fridge or freezer you can save energy and save money. Simply put the thermometer into the fridge or freezer (standing and hanging positions are possible) and check the temperature on the large easy to read display. Adjust the fridge or freezer to the optimum setting.

PowerSafer
This great energy saving gadget is designed for single TV applications. Simply connect into your chosen electrical appliances and this device will let you keep you them on standby with-out using any energy. Standard standby mode energy use can increase the wear and tear of all appliances as well as crank up your electric bill.

This is a great device as like with your computer you don't want to have to switch it on and off at the wall all the time, especially as a lot of TV plugs are behind the TV and hard to access.  This makes it easy to save energy and doesn't require you to do anything more than you already do when turning your TV on standby.