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TREND PAPER / HOME ENERGY STORAGE: NEXT GENERATION OPPORTUNITIES IN SMART HOMES Home Energy Storage Next generation opportunities in Smart Homes 11 EV Charging The growing purchasing trend for electric vehicles (EV) means there will be an increased need for in-home EV-charging stations. These home stations must be equipped to support multiple EV types and upgraded to match newly emerging EV technologies. There is another advantage to in-home charging stations: consumers value how they provide a source of backup energy when a power grid is down. TE's robust portfolio supports the development of EV (AC or DC) charging stations on a global basis regardless of the level of power or charging speed requirements. E-Mobility Greater awareness of the negative impact of extreme climate issues has caused both eco-minded governments and consumers to focus greater attention on the need for green technologies. E-bikes and e-scooters, with their lower emissions, provide a viable transportation solution. TE offers a range of high-powered charging outlets to meet the demand for e-mobility vehicles across a variety of specifications. Heat Pumps As consumers look to upgrade to cleaner and more cost-friendly energy systems, heat pumps have become a popular solution. With their affordable costs, lower levels of maintenance and the availability of government incentives, they have become the most consumer-accessible option. Heat pumps are also a sufficient energy solution for homes that require a less-intensive energy system or are situated off the grid. TE's wide range of sensors are critical components in heat pump systems for monitoring the heating and cooling process, as well as indoor and outdoor environments. Water Heaters While not as energy efficient as heat pumps, water heaters present another option for consumers looking to control energy consumption, or who reside in rural areas where power grids are less modern. Designed to reflect changing household needs and parameters, water heaters fit a variety of sizes, shapes, utilities (tankless) and formats and do not need to generate or transfer as much power with more specialized, and less energy-intensive appliances. TE's portfolio of power and signal connectors, relays, terminal and splices supports the design of a variety of water heaters to meet contemporary needs and standards. Solar Inverter With consumers looking for ways to become more energy independent and take more control of their home energy costs, the use of solar panels will continue to expand as costs become more attainable. Government incentives for solar energy programs over the next 5-10 years will help to drive this consumer interest and make it more mainstream. In addition, consumer focus on solar energy may expand outside of powering homes to include outdoor spaces, driving the purchase of accessories such as solar lights. TE offers a range of connectors to be used in photovoltaic inverters, especially string inverters in residential areas and in energy utility plants. In solar power systems like solar inverters for the home, TE's connectors help to ensure flexibility, high efficiency and robust performance, even in the harshest environments or meteorological conditions. Products: • Power Connectors • Relays • Terminals • Heat Shrink Tubing Products: • Power Connectors • Relays • Terminal Blocks • Heat Shrink Tubing Products: • Sensors • Power Connectors • Signal Connectors • Terminals • Relays Products: • Terminal & Splices • Power Connectors • Signal Connectors • Heat Shrink Tubing • Relays Products: • Power Connectors • Signal Connectors • Relays • Terminal Blocks • Heat Shrink Tubing