IoT-Based Smart Energy Monitoring and Energy Demand Response System

Electricity usage has increased, resulting in substantial reliance on it, necessitating the monitoring and evaluation of electrical infrastructure in residential and commercial structures. This study focuses on the residential sector, where customers waste a significant amount of power, roughly. Through changes in lifestyle and habits, the deployment of a home energy monitoring system has the potential to produce energy savings. A Node-MCU microcontroller device with a Wi-Fi-based gateway is used to allow sensor integration and data synchronization with the Ada fruit IO cloud server. Users may use this power monitoring device to measure their electricity use and improve energy efficiency by modifying their habits. Monitoring systems that are effective should be capable of acquiring and organizing data from the internet, storing it methodically, and displaying information in a creative and legal manner. The control system, which includes local and remote-control capabilities, enables users to properly regulate their energy consumption and to terminate activities in the case of an overcurrent. This adaptable technology is used in smart meters as well as internet-connected sensor devices for domestic appliances, allowing for real-time remote monitoring and supporting sustainable urban living. IoT applications in smart homes increase the quality of life while lowering everyday expenditures, supporting overall well-being.

I. Introduction

The increasing use of electricity and the resulting reliance on it have highlighted the significance of effectively monitoring and analyzing electrical infrastructure in both home and business settings. This study focuses especially on the residential sector, which accounts for around 41% of total electricity waste. To solve this issue, a home energy monitoring system has emerged as a potential alternative, capable of producing significant energy savings ranging from 7.8% to 16.7% [1]. The use of a Node MCU microcontroller device linked with a Wi-Fi-based gateway is central to this system, allowing for the smooth inclusion of sensors and data synchronization with the Ada fruit IO cloud server [2]. This power monitoring gadget plays a critical role in improving energy efficiency by allowing customers to assess their electricity use and promoting behavioral changes. An efficient monitoring system must be capable of obtaining and organizing data obtained from the internet while also ensuring innovative and legal data display. Furthermore, the incorporation of a management system with both local and remote-control capabilities enables users to monitor their energy use more effectively and respond to any overcurrent circumstances.