HEMS stands for Home Energy Management System. It’s a smart solution installed in your home that lets you see and manage your electricity use in real time. By understanding when and how energy is used at home, you can:

• Make smarter energy choices
• Lower your electricity bills
• Reduce your environmental impact

The current HEMS initiative is a pilot that is implemented in selected HDB projects.

How to check:
Use the online eligibility checker.

Not at all. If your flat is installed with the Smart Distribution Board, all you need is the adapter and the Smart Life app to start viewing your energy usage.

To get started, here’s what you’ll need:

Smart Distribution Board (Smart DB)

What it does:
Enables the monitoring of energy consumption of each circuit.

How to get it:
Pre-installed in your home.

Smart Adapter (EnergyMate)

What it does:
Connects to your Smart DB to track electricity usage by circuit.

How to get it:

• The Smart Adapter (EnergyMate) is installed in the service closet of selected HDB projects as part of the HEMS pilot.
• If you’re interested to install the Smart Adapter (EnergyMate) in your home, contact 6655 5526 and we will be in touch with you to share more information.

Smart Home Hub (EnergyHub)

What it does:
Links all your smart home appliances and enables remote control and automation.

How to get it:
Free with selected Smart Home bundles.

Smart Home package subscription

What it does:
Uses AI to detect and monitor the energy usage of individual appliances. You’ll also get smart alerts and personalised usage tips.

How to get it:
Subscribe via the Smart Life app.

Exclusive offer: Enjoy a 6-month free trial.

Non-Intrusive Load Monitoring (NILM) is a smart system that identifies which appliances are in use based on their energy usage patterns — without the need for additional sensors or smart plugs. It also provides personalised energy-saving tips and insights. The home energy management system offers appliance-level recognition, supporting the monitoring of household energy consumption.

The system learns the appliance energy usage patterns and identifies any out of the norm energy consumption range – such as a fridge using more power than usual or an air conditioner switched on for an unusually long period. These alerts can help prevent energy wastage, improve safety and detect potential faults early.

Yes, you can. By understanding how electricity is used in your household, you can make smart choices that help lower your utility bills and create a more comfortable and sustainable lifestyle. Simple actions such as turning off unused appliances and reducing standby power can lead to meaningful savings over time. 

Even without smart appliances, you can monitor the energy consumption of each circuit .

However, if you choose to adopt the smart appliances later, you’ll be able to control the compatible smart appliances and automate energy-saving routines through the Smart Life app. 

Learn how to pair your Smart Adapter (EnergyMate) here.