Social transition from energy consumers to prosumers: Rethinking the purpose and functionality of eco-feedback technologies

The study highlights that existing eco-feedback data is under-utilised in its analysis and visualisation to meet prosumers' needs for management of consumption, generation and grid interaction. The paper proposes new goals, purposes and mechanisms for eco-feedback technologies to contribute to the social and technological transition to a low carbon society that includes prosumers, however further research is required to test these proposals with prosumers and technology developers.