Where AI Could Save Consumers Money

Optimizing energy use is among the more-important use cases for artificial intelligence in the home. The biggest savings might come from optimizing washing machines, where AI could reduce energy consumption by as much as 70 percent. 

In other cases, passive monitoring could reduce water loss from leaks. 

Appliance	AI Use Case	Estimated Savings/Efficiency
Washing Machine	AI energy mode optimizes water and detergent usage	Up to 70% reduction in energy consumption
Clothes Dryer	AI detects fabric type and load size to optimize drying cycles	10-20% energy savings
Refrigerator	AI-powered meal planning and inventory management	Reduces food waste by 25-30%
Water Heater	AI learns usage patterns to heat water only when needed	10-15% reduction in energy costs
Indoor Plumbing	AI-powered leak detection and water flow optimization	Up to 15% reduction in water usage
Lawn Irrigation	AI analyzes weather data to adjust watering schedules	20-30% reduction in water consumption
Kitchen Appliances	AI-enabled smart ovens preheat based on meal selection	10-15% energy savings