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Can sustainable consumption be achieved through consumers' sovereignty? Consumers' sovereignty contributes significantly to material prosperity. At the same time, today's consumption patterns and lifestyles are increasingly straining ecological systems beyond what is sustainable in the long term. Sustainable consumption means meeting one's own needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. A new energy policy and technical innovation are currently increasing the scope for action and the responsibility of consumers in terms of sustainable consumption. When it comes to energy consumption, a lack of standards and incomplete life cycle assessments are currently still hindering the eco-efficient use of smart grids.