# Electricity Cost Calculator AI Agent Connect

> Electricity Cost Calculator MCP lets your AI client calculate exactly how much energy your appliances use and what that costs you in dollars. Instead of guessing your utility bill, you can get specific kWh breakdowns and compare different devices to see which one is cheaper to run.

## Overview
- **Category:** productivity
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_TAH9VU8uPZqDFe3uZgyptl0DO4ybsJeD3ASlLMVj/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** electricity, energy, cost, calculator, appliances

## Description

You can stop guessing how much your heavy appliances are adding to your monthly utility bill. This MCP gives your AI agent the math skills to convert wattage and runtime into real-world energy consumption and monetary costs. If you're looking at a new space heater or a high-draw kitchen appliance, you can ask your agent to run the numbers based on your specific local electricity rates. It handles the conversion from watts to kilowatt-hours and calculates the final price so you don't have to. You can also run side-by-side comparisons between two different devices to see which one fits your budget better. It's a straightforward way to get hard data on energy usage for any household or office equipment.

## Tools

### calculate_appliance_consumption
This tool calculates the total energy consumption for a specific appliance based on its wattage and usage time.

### calculate_total_electricity_cost
Use this tool to find the exact monetary cost of electricity for a given amount of energy usage.

### compare_appliance_costs
This tool compares the running costs of two different appliances to see which is more economical.

### get_consumption_and_cost_summary
This tool provides a complete breakdown of both energy used in kWh and the total cost in one go.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
How much energy and cost will a 1500W heater use if I run it for 5 hours at $0.15 per kWh?
```

**Response:** 
```
A 1500W heater running for 5 hours will consume 7.5 kWh and cost $1.125.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Which is cheaper: a 500W lamp used for 10 hours or a 1000W lamp used for 5 hours, at $0.20 per kWh?
```

**Response:** 
```
Both appliances will cost exactly $1.00, so there is no difference in cost.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Calculate the energy consumption for a 200W fan used for 24 hours.
```

**Response:** 
```
The 200W fan will consume 4.8 kWh of energy over 24 hours.
```

## Capabilities

### Energy Math
Your agent converts appliance wattage into kilowatt-hours.

### Cost Estimation
The AI calculates the dollar amount of energy usage based on your local rates.

### Device Comparison
Your agent compares the efficiency and cost of two different electrical devices.

### Usage Summaries
The AI generates a full report of energy and cost for a specific device or period.

## Use Cases

### New Appliance Planning
Check the cost of running a new refrigerator or dishwasher before you buy it.

### Monthly Budgeting
Estimate how much a seasonal heater or AC unit will add to your electric bill.

### Efficiency Comparisons
Determine if a higher wattage device is worth the cost compared to a lower wattage one.

### Energy Auditing
Get a breakdown of energy use for specific devices during a home energy audit.

## Benefits

- Converts wattage to kWh instantly.
- Calculates real dollar costs using local utility rates.
- Compares two devices to find the cheaper option.
- Provides full energy and cost summaries in one step.

## How It Works

Connect the MCP to your client and start asking questions about energy usage.

1. Connect the MCP to your AI client through Vinkius.
2. Provide the appliance wattage and runtime to your agent.
3. Include your local electricity rate per kWh.
4. The agent uses the tools to calculate the results.
5. Receive a clear breakdown of kWh and total cost.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**What can this MCP calculate?**
It calculates energy consumption in kWh and the total monetary cost of running electrical appliances.

**Can I compare two different appliances?**
Yes, you can use the comparison tool to see which device is more economical for your specific usage.

**Do I need to provide my electricity rate?**
Yes, you should provide your local electricity rate so the AI can calculate the exact monetary cost.

**Which AI clients can use this MCP?**
You can use this MCP with any compatible client like Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, or VS Code.

**How does it handle different wattages?**
The MCP tools are designed to handle any wattage input to determine energy use and cost.

**How do I calculate the cost of my washing machine?**
You can use the `get_consumption_and_cost_summary` tool by providing the washing machine's power in Watts, the hours used, and your electricity rate per kWh.

**What units does this tool use?**
Power is measured in Watts (W), energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh), and costs are calculated based on your provided price per kWh.