Try as we might to conserve energy in our homes, sometimes it can be difficult to know exactly how much is too much. This is where the “Monitoring Our Energy” (M.O.E.) device by industrial designer Liz McKibbon comes in. The object, which looks like a small radio of sorts, actually monitors one’s water and energy use, and shows us how we’re doing. One antenna, equipped with a small LED lighting system, monitors water, the other, electricity. Green LED lights on the the antennae correspond with conservative energy/water usage, and a happy smiley face cartoon on the monitor pops up. On the other hand, when electricity or water use gets too high, the red lights go on, and a crying face replaces the happy one. The smiley and sad faces may seem a bit much to some, but the M.O.E. is targeted specifically to kids and families, and could help youngsters learn how to conserve energy in a fun, easy way.
[Via: Eco Friend]
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