Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hohm available outside the United States?
Hohm is not currently available outside the U.S. We understand that saving energy and saving money are
worldwide concerns and we plan to make Hohm available to other countries over time. Currently, the energy model
and recommendations are tuned specifically for US residences. Additionally, Hohm leverages data such as weather,
building techniques, common appliances, and energy commodity pricing, based on the location of the home. We
appreciate your interest and hope that you will use Hohm once it is released in your country.
How do I sign up for Hohm?
Hohm is available to anyone with a modern Internet browser and Internet access in the United States at no cost, and can be accessed
directly by visiting our
web site. Creating your Hohm account is easy - you just need a Windows Live ID and your US Postal Code. To get
the most out of Hohm, you may want to have your recent energy statements handy, as well as some basic information about your home's
structure, heating and cooling systems, and appliances.
What is Hohm?
Microsoft Hohm is a free online application that helps you save energy and money. With Hohm you can better understand your home energy usage,
get recommendations to conserve energy and start saving. As with any recommendation product, Microsoft Hohm will provide increasingly more accurate and
relevant suggestions for energy conservation as our users contribute home energy input and feedback. One of the objectives during our beta period
is to refine our tool and further increase the value our product can offer to you.
Hohm uses advanced analytics licensed from Lawrence Berkeley Labs and the Department of Energy, to give you personalized energy saving recommendations. These recommendations are tailored based on your specific household circumstances including home attributes and use of appliances and systems. You will also be able to compare your energy usage with that of others in your area.
In this beta version, the Microsoft Hohm team will learn from its users and communities and will make improvements to the site and analytics.
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