TELUS launched SmartEnergy, a global-first solution that helps customers save money on their energy bills and reduce their environmental footprint, all through one simple app with incredible incentives on smart devices.
The service is now available to all Canadians outside of Quebec, where SmartEnergy is expected to launch in the near future.
By connecting compatible smart devices like thermostats and plugs to TELUS' intuitive SmartHome+ app, subscribers can:
- Save up to 15% on energy bills by automating home temperature settings, powering down unused devices, and creating personalized routines.
- Monitor home energy consumption with daily, weekly, monthly or yearly insights, including tips to maximize savings.
- Participate in energy saving events to reduce strain on the energy grid during peak usage times by automatically powering down connected devices or temporarily adjusting the thermostat temperature, all while earning TELUS Rewards for contributing to a healthier planet.
"With SmartEnergy, our goal is to empower Canadians with the best technology, devices and information they need to lower their energy bills and minimize their environmental footprint," said Dwayne Benefield, Chief Product Officer at TELUS. "The SmartHome+ app uses AI and real-time insights to help individuals and families automate daily routines, easily view their energy usage and manage new and existing connected devices all from a single interface. Knowledge is power, and SmartEnergy makes it simple for our customers to turn that knowledge into real savings and energy efficiency."
Environment-Friendly Initiative
Looking ahead, TELUS will be connecting even more smart devices to the SmartHome+ app, including EV chargers and home solar, so that customers can unlock additional savings and manage all of their home automation, security and Internet services right from their fingertips.
TELUS is also working with Canadian utilities to support grid demand response programs, which is critical during extreme cold or hot weather that drives up demand and can result in unplanned shortages or outages.
To further benefit the environment, TELUS is planting four trees per year on behalf of each SmartEnergy subscriber.
Over the past two decades, TELUS has planted 12.7 million trees and counting, and is committed to restoring the forests.
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