Founded in 1984 by brothers Jerry and Steve Mix in Santa Clara, California, WattStopper reflected their convictions about the importance of providing energy efficient, convenient, and accessible controls for the work environment. In developing these beliefs, WattStopper’s team introduced a new, innovative occupancy sensor product line.

In the years that followed, WattStopper expanded its occupancy sensor product offering, as well as developing control solutions using other technologies. Today, WattStopper offers a comprehensive range of control solutions for commercial applications, including digital lighting management, lighting control panel systems, occupancy sensors, daylighting controls, fixture sensors and controls, wireless lighting controls and plug load controls. In addition, the company has engineered groundbreaking residential products, including the revolutionary residential control products include convertible occupancy sensors, time switches and code-compliant vacancy sensors.

An industry leader, WattStopper draws upon its rich heritage of innovation exemplified by a few highlights:

	first dual technology occupancy sensor
	first remotely programmable and controllable daylighting dimming photosensor
	partner with Architectural Energy Corporation and the California Energy Commission Public Interest Energy Research Program in hosting the first DALI demonstration

In addition to bringing innovation to lighting control, WattStopper continues to lead in education and industry participation. It is an active member in many industry and energy efficiency organizations, including Rebuild America, Energy Cost Savings Council, Council of Educational Facility Planners International, National Association of Energy Service Companies, National Electrical Manufacturers Association, Illuminating Engineering Society of North America, LonMark, Lighting Controls Association, BACnet Manufacturers Association, US Green Building Council,  and Sustainable Buildings Industry Council. It is a registered provider for American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System.