Smithville Electric System is partnering with a company called Intelligent Energy Systems in a pilot program that could result in energy savings for up to twenty five customers. There is no cost to participate.The Home Energy Management Service, an internet based system, works as your personal energy manager by helping make more efficient use of the key sources of power consumption in your home, namely electric heating and cooling systems and electric water heaters. In most homes, these two appliances account for as much as 55 to 60% of the total energy consumed in the home.For those who sign up for the program, a specially designed Gateway, much like a wireless router or TV box, will be installed in the home.