# DIY Eco Energy Sensors This Energy Monitoring Sensor from Whisker Labs Doesn't Require Installing By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-12-09 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monitoring-sensor References: [homecrux](http://www.homecrux.com/2016/12/08/58127/whisker-labs-launches-worlds-first-diy-energy-monitoring-sensor-smart-homes.html) & [earthnetworks](https://www.earthnetworks.com/) Created by Whisker Labs in collaboration with the [Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-smartthings-energy) (NREL), this energy monitoring sensor could help revolutionize [smart home energy consumption](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wattspan). The sensor works by being affixed onto a breaker box or [electrical panel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-electrical-panels) within a home to instantly enable users to monitor how much electricity is being consumed. The data collected is sent through the Internet to a user's smartphone to instantly offer information pertaining to how much energy is being used and provide real-time insights. The energy monitoring sensor from Whisker Labs is beyond easy to install and simply requires being placed on the relevant spot by a consumer. The device can offer extended functionalities in smart homes by allowing users to see how much energy is being used by individual appliances and products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Home Energy Monitoring:** Opportunities for developing innovative smart home energy monitoring devices like Whisker Labs' energy monitoring sensor to assist consumers in real-time energy consumption and appliance usage. - **Wireless Energy Monitoring Sensors:** Opportunities for developing futuristic wireless energy monitoring sensors that can help consumers track their energy consumption without having to install dedicated hardware. - **AI-powered Energy Monitoring Systems:** Opportunities for developing AI-powered energy monitoring systems that can automatically track and optimize energy consumption to match consumer's preferences and adjust to varying energy tariffs. ### Where This Applies - **Smart Home Appliances:** Companies that produce or manufacture smart home appliances can integrate energy monitoring sensors to their products to offer extended functionalities and help users track their energy consumption. - **Renewable Energy:** Companies that produce or manufacture renewable energy solutions can incorporate energy monitoring sensors to track how much energy is produced and utilized in real-time. - **Energy Management Services:** Companies that provide energy management services can leverage wireless and AI-powered energy monitoring sensors to help consumers monitor and optimize their energy consumption patterns. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Generation Home Energy Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-energy-monitors.md) - [Dedicated Home Energy Managers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-energy-manager.md) - [Energy-Monitoring Smart Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eve-energy-outlet.md) - [Environment-Analyzing Home Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrahuman-home.md) - [Smart Home Energy Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-home-energy.md) - [Multifunctional Smart Home Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multipurpose-smart-sensor.md) - [Senior-Monitoring Smart Plugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/threshold-care.md) - [Connected Environmental Sensor Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-meter-pro.md) - [Environment Monitor Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sense1.md)