# Monitored Energy Home utilities are monitored and controlled. By [Armida Ascano](https://www.trendhunter.com/Armida), Chief Insights Officer | Published Aug 22, 2016 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/monitored-energy ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.7/10 - Evidence articles: 7 ## What is the Monitored Energy trend? **Monitored Energy:** Extending IOT's infiltration of the home beyond basic connectivity, monitored utilities serve a multitude of modern consumer needs. These include eco-consciousness, curation of the holistic lifestyle, and frugality. Furthermore, this signifies a shift in consumer preference that goes beyond understanding major parts of home life, and intro controlling them. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 7 featured examples - Articles from: Jul 4, 2014 to Jul 6, 2017 - Published: Aug 22, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Prosumerism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/prosumerism), [Artificial Intelligence](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/artificial-intelligence) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Monitored Energy trend ### Monitored utilities Consumers have a growing preference for controlling their home utilities and appliances through the use of smart systems that monitor their usage patterns and promote eco-consciousness, frugality and healthy lifestyles. ### Incentives for consumption reduction Companies in the hospitality industry are monetizing the idea of responsible consumption by offering discounts to guests who monitor and limit their water and energy usage, creating an opportunity for businesses to promote environmental awareness while also retaining customers. ### Smart home monitoring sensors The use of built-in sensors and accompanying apps allow for monitoring of various environmental factors, such as motion, temperature, sound, sunlight, and humidity, improving the overall efficiency of living spaces. ## What the Monitored Energy trend means for industry ### For Smart home technology Companies in this industry can explore opportunities to develop innovative products and services that assist in the monitoring and controlling of home utilities. ### For Hospitality Hotels and resorts can create customized incentives that promote responsible consumption and reward guests for their commitment to sustainable practices. ### For Environmental management Businesses can improve the efficiency of their operations by implementing smart systems that monitor energy usage and promote waste reduction, ultimately reducing their environmental impact and operating costs. ## Workshop question How might you implement artificial intelligence to increase your brand's efficiency? ## Trend signals for Monitored Energy Trend score 3.7 out of 10, from popularity 58%, activity 45%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 58% - Activity: 45% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Monitored Energy trend 7 featured examples from Jul 4, 2014 to Jul 6, 2017. - [Consumption Reduction Incentives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/consumption-reduction): The Save3 Keycard Encourages Hotel Guests to Conserve Water (Category: Eco) Implication: The Save3 Keycard is an innovative tool that can disrupt the hospitality industry by promoting sustainable water and energy practices through incentives. - [Smart Home Monitoring Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-monitor): The iHome iSS50 Smart Home Monitor Keeps Living Spaces Efficient (Category: Tech) Implication: The iHome iSS50 Smart Home Monitor is relevant to the smart home technology industry, where companies can develop similar solutions to enhance home automation and monitoring capab… - [People-Tracking Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marauders-map-app): The Marauder’s Map App Shows How People Use Utilities in the Home (Category: Tech) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for smart home technology companies to develop sensors and apps that track people's movements and utility usage in the home. - [Innovative Energy Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/energyefficient-home): This Energy-Efficient Home Device Keeps Detailed Track of Consumption (Category: Eco) Implication: Integrating energy-efficient devices and sensors into smart home systems to enhance energy management and improve overall home efficiency. - [Water Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-management-tool): SmartRate by Banyan Water Translates Water Consumption into Dollars Spent (Category: Eco) Implication: Developing innovative solutions and software platforms for smart water management. - [Connected Environment Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-degree): The elgato 'Eve Degree' Temperature and Humidity Monitor is Accurate (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop and market smart sensors and monitoring devices for homes and specialized locations. - [Atmosphere-Optimizing Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-utilities): The Drayton 'miGenie' System Controls Home Utilities (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The miGenie system falls within the smart home technology industry, which continues to boom, offering opportunities for companies to offer new products and services that integrate… ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)