energy monitoring
energy monitoring
Turn ESP32 Into a Smart Energy Meter with Home Assistant Integration
I’ve always been a bit obsessed with data, especially when it comes to understanding my home’s energy consumption. After getting hit with a surprisingly high electricity bill last winter, I decided it was time to stop guessing and start measuring. Commercial smart plugs with energy monitoring are great, but what if you want to monitor a whole circuit, like your kitchen or workshop? That’s when I decided to turn an ESP32 into a smart energy meter.
Track Your Electricity Consumption with Shelly Pro 2PM: Advantages and Home Assistant Integration
Ever stared at your electricity bill and wondered, “How did I use that much power?" I certainly have. That’s why I decided to take control by monitoring my home’s energy consumption in real-time using the Shelly Pro 2PM—a versatile, Wi-Fi-enabled energy monitoring device. In this guide, I’ll walk you through setting it up, integrating it with Home Assistant, and turning raw data into actionable insights. Why Shelly Pro 2PM? The Shelly Pro 2PM is a powerhouse (pun intended) for energy monitoring.