Innovative wireless light switch could cut house wiring costs in half

https://techxplore.com/news/2023-11-wireless-house-wiring.html

"transmitter on the switch and a receiver near a light fixture or other appliance—have been around for many years, but required batteries... switch costs <$1 and runs without batteries, harvesting energy from ambient sources such as RF (1 or 2 RF sources per floor)... seamlessly automated sensors and systems for temperature, humidity and occupancy... turn lights and heating vents on and off as occupants move from room to room"

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https://news.mit.edu/2025/battery-powered-appliances-make-switch-easy-gas-electric-1030