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To Build:

• networking wall mount

Might Build:

Built:

• standalone power organizer
• wire/power organizer
• Backpack holder
• Gamecube Ottoman prototype

Concepts:

• Gamecube Ottoman
• desk-less workcenter
• exploding entertainment unit

In Austin, we are charged a variable rate, where the cost of electricity is much higher during peak hours to promote the conservation of energy. Unfortunately, they never tell you when this is.

• Traditionally, peak hours are between 7 am to 9 am and then again from 3 PM to 9 PM.

• Austin Energy Rates Summary
  • On-peak hours are 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. weekdays May through October and 8:00 a.m. through 10:00 p.m. every day November through April.
  • Off-Peak hours are all other hours including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
  • On-peak hours are 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. weekdays May through October.
  • Off-Peak hours are all other hours including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.

• peak hours are from 2 PM to 8 PM. source