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By: S. B. Jadhav, Saitej Wable, Pranav Nikam, Omkar Pardeshi, and Kartik Wable.
1. Professor Lecturer, Sanjivani K. B. P. Polytechnic, Koregaon
2. Research Scholar, Department of Computer Technology, Sanjivani K. B. P. Polytechnic Koregaon
3.Research Scholar, Department of Computer Technology, Sanjivani K. B. P. Polytechnic Koregaon
4.Research Scholar, Department of Computer Technology, Sanjivani K. B. P. Polytechnic Koregaon
5.Research Scholar, Department of Computer Technology, Sanjivani K. B. P. Polytechnic Koregaon
Electricity consumption monitoring is essential for optimizing energy use and reducing costs. Traditional meters provide only cumulative readings, leading to inefficiencies and billing discrepancies. This research presents a smart electricity consumption monitoring and billing system that enables users to track real-time power usage and generate automated bills based on actual consumption. A hardware device measures voltage and current, calculates power consumption, and transmits data to a web-based platform via the Blynk Cloud API. The backend server processes this data to determine total energy consumed and billing costs, allowing users to monitor usage patterns and reduce unnecessary consumption. The system identifies high-energy-consuming appliances, prevents overbilling, and improves energy efficiency. Real-time tracking and cost estimation help users optimize electricity use, potentially reducing bills by 15-20%. Automated data collection, cloud storage, and real-time analytics enhance transparency in energy consumption. A web and mobile interface provide easy access to energy data, empowering users to make informed decisions. The research explores IoT-based energy monitoring’s impact on consumer behaviour and sustainability. Future enhancements may include machine learning-based predictive analysis, automated appliance control, and renewable energy integration for improved efficiency. By leveraging IoT technology, the system reduces energy waste, promotes sustainability, and makes energy management more intelligent and user-friendly. The proposed solution offers an effective approach to real-time energy tracking, ensuring accurate billing while encouraging responsible energy consumption, thereby contributing to a more sustainable and efficient power management system.
Electricity Consumption Monitoring, Billing discrepancies, Billing System, Real-time
Tracking, Transparency, Sustainable.
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