An energy saving control for appliances via an intelligent thermostat is provided. This intelligent thermostat provides programmatic control over the HVAC system, and provides coordinated control over the appliances. This control over the appliances is accomplished via a communications network between...http://www.google.ca/patents/US7469550?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7469550 - System and method for controlling appliances and thermostat for use therewith
