Systems and methods for energy-efficient control of an energy-consuming system

This invention describes a way for a smart thermostat or similar electronic device to help people save energy when controlling their heating and cooling. It works by visually nudging users towards more energy-efficient temperature settings, for example, by making the efficient option more prominent or using a specific color to indicate energy savings. The device then uses these selections to create or adjust the HVAC system's schedule.

Why it matters: Filed before smart home ecosystems were mature. The claims describe a user interface method for encouraging energy efficiency, which can now be integrated seamlessly into existing smart home platforms and leverage real-time energy data that was less accessible in 2013.

Status: Not in forceListed as no longer active. The specific reason is not in the record we hold.
How hard to build: ModerateSoftware logic for user interface and control.

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