Goal Zero Yeti Smart Outlet Control

S.C.O.R.E. → Convenience → Device Control

Overview

The Goal Zero Yeti now features integrated switches for controlling outlets, enhancing the convenience of managing your energy usage. This capability allows users to easily turn devices on or off remotely, improving energy efficiency and providing greater control over home appliances.

Benefits

• Remote control of electrical devices for energy savings
• Increased convenience for managing home appliances
• Ability to schedule appliance use for optimized energy consumption

Intent

This capability aims to provide users with the ability to control their electrical outlets through a smart interface. The outcome is a more efficient and user-friendly way to manage energy usage within the home.

Preconditions

• Goal Zero Yeti power station.
• Home Assistant integration setup.
• Functional Wi-Fi network.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: Energy Monitoring.

Actors

• Homeowner
• Family member
• Guest

Trigger

The capability is triggered by a user’s command via the Home Assistant app or a scheduled capability.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[User Command] -->|check| B{Outlet Control?}
    B -->|Yes| C[Activate Outlet]
    C --> D[Device Turned On/Off]
    B -->|No| E[Exit]

Workflow Description

1. User Command Issued

The homeowner issues a command through the Home Assistant app to control an outlet.

2. System Checks Command

The system verifies if the command corresponds to an outlet control request.

3. Activate Outlet

If the command is valid, the system activates or deactivates the specified outlet.

4. Notify User

The system sends a notification to the user confirming the action taken on the outlet.

5. Monitor Energy Usage

The system monitors energy consumption of the device connected to the outlet for efficiency tracking.

Postconditions

The specified outlet is either turned on or off, and the user receives confirmation of the action.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with voice assistants for hands-free control
• Add energy consumption tracking for connected devices
• Create capability routines based on user presence

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)