Product Update: New Integrations, Flexible EV Charging, Smarter Algorithms
Explore Zerofy’s Q2 2025 update: expanded PV integrations, enhanced EV charging, smarter optimization, and a streamlined UI.
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Tips and tools for the electrified household.
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Announcing Zerofy 2.0 with fresh UI and advanced algorithms
Zerofy 2.0 is here! Discover the new user interface, smart algorithms for optimizing your energy costs, and expanded device integrations.
Four ways the Internet of Things is enabling energy management
IoT energy systems empower homeowners to save money and reduce emissions with smart technology, real-time insights, and seamless control.
Can Heat Pumps Work in Winter?
It’s getting colder in the Northern Hemisphere, and winter will be here before you know it. As the temperatures drop, let’s dive into a topic that can be a little tricky to understand: how do heat pumps function when it’s cold outside?
Zerofy Summer 2024 Product Updates
A summary of product updates for the in the summer 2024.
New funding and recognition for Zerofy
Updates on funding, conferences and more
Plug and Play Solar: How It Works, Comparison, Purchase, and Use
A plug and play solar system allows you to easily and cost-effectively use renewable energy.
Summary of 2024 Q1 Product Updates
A summary of product updates for the first quarter of the year.
How to get access to your real-time electricity meter data
We describe and compare six ways to get access to your smart meter data.
19 new EV brands added for smart EV charging with dynamic tariffs and excess solar
Our latest update extends smart EV charging to 20 new brands, such as Audi, VW, Nissan and BMW, and introduces enhanced charging options.
How to smart charge your electric car
Unlock the potential of smart charging for your electric vehicle with our guide! Learn how to reduce costs, lower emissions, and integrate with renewable energy through practical, easy-to-use strategies tailored for every EV owner.
Zerofy 0.3.3 with improved Autopilot UX and additional design refreshes
Latest Zerofy update puts Autopilot front and center and brings further user interface improvements.
DIY solar for an apartment building.
PV self-build project in an apartment building in Switzerland with the help of an energy transition cooperative. Field report, costs, implementation including billing and energy management.
Automatically run devices when electricity is cheap with our new "Run on Price" feature
Efficiently manage home energy with Zerofy's Run on Price feature, automating devices during low-cost electricity hours. Ideal for users with dynamic tariffs. Plus Zerofy is now also available for Android!
How in the Near Future You Could Take Home Solar Energy from Work
Discover how workplace solar charging of electric vehicles (EVs) can bring sustainable energy home. Learn about Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, its impact on grid load, battery lifespan, and forming energy communities for a greener future.
Zerofy Hits the App Stores: with Tesla, Heat Pump Integration, and a Sleeker UI!"
Zerofy is now in the App Store, with UI updates and new integrations including Tesla and Nibe heat pumps.
(How) do green electricity plans work? And what is "24/7 carbon free?"
Explore how green electricity plans contribute to carbon reduction and what "24/7 carbon-free" means in the push for cleaner energy.
Featured Integration: Sensibo AC and heat pump control
Enhance energy efficiency with Sensibo's integration on Zerofy! Control & automate your AC & heat pumps, optimizing for cost and CO2, directly from one app!
Run your devices on solar with Zerofy Beta 0.2.4
Automatically activate EV charging and other devices during surplus solar production with the latest Zerofy app update.
Featured Integration: Miele Appliances with Miele@Home
With our integration you can track energy consumption, program cycle stats, and even manually or automatically control Miele appliances directly from Zerofy.
Solar in a multi-family house with condominium ownership
This guide presents an analytical overview of solar installations in multi-family homes. Topics include the selection of cloud-connected charging stations, understanding heat pump controls, nuances of roof installations, and the landscape of Swiss subsidies. Dive deep into choices between major corporations, SMEs, and DIY cooperatives.
Solar self-consumption vs feed-in with dynamic electricity tariffs
Discover the impact of dynamic retail electricity tariffs on solar self-consumption vs. feed-in options. Learn how to optimize energy costs for electrified households given these data.
The unexpected challenge of selecting a second electric family car
Families looking to acquire a second, smaller EV for short-distance tasks are often met with unexpected challenges. This article discusses these issues, shedding light on the surprising absence of ideal options in the current market.