Environmentally Friendly:  

Google is making a move toward cloud computing by providing all the basic functions a computer needs (like word processing, email, data sheets and calendars) as a web-based application rather than a software physically stored on your computer. Google is trying to move everything digital. Their PowerMeter feature is similar in the sense that it provides energy information for all its consumers in a digital way.

Energy Consumption:  

The program itself may not set your computer settings to cut down on power, but Google’s PowerMeter is one of the best ways of conserving energy that we’ve found. It tracks power usage throughout the day on all products in a consumer’s home. Google thinks that by having personal energy information, by being made aware of our energy usage, we will be made smarter and can make smarter decisions. We will know that leaving the TV on all day uses up way too much energy, or that old fridge in the garage that’s sitting there practically empty is a huge drain on energy resources. From there we can make smarter decisions about recycling that fridge and turning off the TV and lights when no one is the room.

Product Features:  

As far as we can tell, the Google PowerMeter is among the first of its kind, so there isn’t a whole lot to compare it to. But, based on Google’s description of the features, it seems like it’s a pretty all-encompassing service that does what it says it will and gives you the resources you need to make smarter energy decisions.

Google’s PowerMeter is a way for consumers to track their energy and get information that will help them make smarter eco-conscious decisions for conserving energy. By tracking all the energy resources in almost real time, consumers can get an idea of where they can cut back and save money and the planet.