Franklin Energy to Implement Innovative Demand Response Program for North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives
Summary
“We’re pleased to partner with Franklin Energy to deploy in-home demand response devices, including smart thermostats and water heater controls, on a wider scale,” said Jimmy Wilkins, North Carolina’s Electric Cooperatives Director of Portfolio and Resource Optimization. “We’ve piloted this technology in the past, and this initiative will expand on the success of our previous efforts to further improve power reliability and help cooperative members achieve both energy and cost savings.” Through this program, qualifying homeowners and renters can go online and enroll in the program, purchase a discounted Nest or ecobee smart thermostat for as low as $25 and schedule an appointment for free professional installation. Beyond providing electricity, each of the 26 not-for-profit cooperatives is investing in their communities and delivering new energy solutions to improve quality of life for co-op members in 93 of North Carolinas 100 counties. The company’s integrated in-house services and proven software provide deeper personalization and insights for utilities, their customers and their partners alike. The company is celebrating its 25th year serving the utility industry, with solutions implemented by more than 1,000 experts in more than 60 offices across more than 25 states and provinces.