Smart Connect

What is the SECO Smart Connect Program?

The SECO Smart Connect Program lets residential members earn rewards by enrolling approved smart devices: thermostats, Electric Vehicle (EV) charging, and battery backup systems are eligible. By joining, you allow SECO Energy to make brief, temporary adjustments to enrolled devices during times of high electricity demand. These small changes help reduce strain on the electric grid and support reliable service for everyone.

Why Should I Join?

Members who enroll are eligible to receive bill credits based on the type of device enrolled. You earn rewards while helping SECO Energy manage peak energy use.

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The SECO Smart Connect Program, powered by Virtual Peaker, rewards eligible residential members for seamlessly integrating their approved smart devices with our system.

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How It Works

By enrolling your device, you allow SECO Energy to make minor, brief adjustments to your smart device settings during periods of peak energy demand. This simple action helps to stabilize the electric grid, reduce the impact of high energy usage, and lower the overall cost of energy for everyone.

Your Benefits

Earn Rewards: Receive valuable incentives just for enrolling your device, with opportunities for additional seasonal and monthly rewards (based on participation and eligibility).
Save Energy: Help reduce your household's energy consumption during critical times without sacrificing comfort.
Support the Grid: Contribute to a more resilient and sustainable energy future for your community.

Eligible Devices Include:

We partner with leading brands, and eligibility currently includes a variety of smart thermostats, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, and home battery storage systems.

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SECO Smart Connect FAQs

Sign Up and Setup FAQs

To be eligible to enroll, you must meet the following qualifications:

You must be at least 18 years of age;
You must have one or more devices that are compatible with and connected to the Vendor platform and compatible with the Program design;
You are the Member of record of the residential electric account at your service address;
Your device is located in a residence that is occupied by the account holder year-round;
You agree to participate in Adjustment Events as described in Program Period details;
Maintain an active account in good standing with SECO Energy on the Service, and a continuous connection between your enrolled devices and the Service;
Assist Sponsor Party’s support personnel in troubleshooting and resolving connectivity, firmware, and other device-related issues; and
Agree to the program Terms and Conditions.

Upon confirming eligibility, visit SECO Smart Connect enrollment. Follow the instructions to complete the online enrollment form and select your device(s) to submit your application. Please note that you will have to log in to your manufacturer's account to complete the application. Once the enrollment is completed, you will receive a confirmation email stating your application is being reviewed. Applications will be processed within seven (7) business days.

How much will my Reward be, and when will I receive it?

Participants can earn an initial enrollment credit on their electric bill of $50 per home enrolled. Participants can earn a $10 credit on their electric bill for participating in the winter season (November 1 through April 30) and remain enrolled for the entire season. Participants can earn $20 credit on their electric bill for participating in the summer season (May 1 through October 31) and remain enrolled for the entire season. The Cooperative may terminate a Participant from the Program in the Cooperative's sole and reasonable discretion for any reason.

Participating members who qualify will receive bill credit Rewards within six (6) to eight (8) weeks after the season concludes.

Participants can earn $7 credit each month on their electric bill for participating in the program with no more than one (1) instance of charging outside of the Program Details. Participants agree to home charge eligible EVs using a level 2 charger during Super Off-Peak hours (12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. EST.) The EV must be all-electric and owned or leased by the Participant. The Cooperative may terminate a Participant from the Program in the Cooperative's sole and reasonable discretion for any reason.

Participating members who qualify will receive a monthly bill credit. Please allow six (6) to eight (8) weeks for initial bill credit to appear.

Participants can earn $1/kW credit each month on their electric bill for participating in the program, based on their battery’s power output and with no more than one (1) opt-out per month. For example, a battery with a maximum continuous output of 5 kW can earn $5/month credit each month on their electric bill for participating in the program. Participants can also earn $0.30/kWh for energy participated in Adjustment Events, with no more than five (5) opt-outs within the Program Period. The Cooperative may terminate a Participant from the Program in the Cooperative's sole and reasonable discretion for any reason. For example, if a 5 kW, 3-hour battery can earn $4.50 for a 3-hour Adjustment Event (5 kW * 3 hours * $0.30/kWh = $4.50).

Participating members who qualify will receive a monthly bill credit. Please allow six (6) to eight (8) weeks for initial bill credit to appear.

Which smart devices qualify for the program?

Thermostats

Provider	Model
Google Nest	Google Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd GEN (T3007ES, T3016US, T3017US, T3018US, T3019US, T3021US, T3032US, T3008US) Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (GA05169-US, GA05560-US, GA05171-US, GA05551-US) Google Nest Thermostat E (T4000ES,T4001ES, T4008ES) Google Nest Thermostat (GA02081-US, GA02083-US, GA02082-US, GA01334-US, GA02180-US)
Honeywell Home	Round®SmartThermostat (RCH9310WF5003/U) T5+SmartThermostat (RCHT8612WF2005/U) T9SmartThermostat (RCHT9610WFSW2003/U) WiFi 7 Day Programmable Thermostat (RTH6580WF1001/U1) Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat (RTH8580WF1007/W1) WiFi Smart Color Thermostat (RTH9585WF1004/U) T6 Pro Smart Thermostat (TH6220WF2006/U) VisionPRO® 8000 (TH8320R1003/U) WiFi 9000 Color Touchscreen Thermostat (TH9320WF5003/U) T10 Pro Smart Thermostat (THX321WFS2001W/U)
Ecobee	ecobee3-lite (EB-STATE3LT) ecobee4 (EB-STATE4) Smart thermostat with Voice Control (EB-STATE5) ecobee3 (EB-STATE3) ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium (EB-STATE6-01) ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced (EB-STATE6L-01)
Sensi	Sensi Touch (ST75 and 1F95U Series) Sensi Touch 2 (ST76 and 1F96U Series) Sensi Lite (ST25 and 1F76U Series) Sensi Classic (ST55, UP500W, 1F87U & 1F86U Series)

EV Chargers

Provider	Model
ChargePoint	All-Purpose CT4000 Level 2 Home Flex CPH50 CPF25 Level 2 Express Plus Express 100, 200 and 250 DC
Emporia	Smart Home EV Charger – 48 Amp, Energy Star, UL listed

Batteries

Provider	Model
Emporia	Solax A1-ESS-G2
Tesla	Powerwall+ Powerwall 2 Powerwall 3

General FAQs

By registering your device with SECO Smart Connect, we can help you use less energy during peak demand:

Smart thermostats — SECO Energy will remotely adjust the temperature — up to four (4) degrees — to reduce power consumption during times of peak demand.
Electric vehicle chargers — During times of peak demand, we will remotely disrupt EV charging for the duration of the “peak time event.”
Battery storage — If you have an eligible battery system, we will discharge the battery during peak demand.
Peak time events — Peak time events typically last between one and four hours and occur on extremely hot or cold days.

You can opt out of a smart thermostat event by adjusting the temperature of your thermostat using your device, mobile, or web application. Battery backup systems are not able to opt out of an event once it begins. For members with a Tesla Powerwall, you can opt out during the event via your Tesla app. You can opt out of EV charging event by commanding your EV charger to begin charging.

When temperatures get very hot or very cold, your home’s heating and cooling usage will increase to compensate for the extreme temperatures. This creates an “energy rush hour” or “peak demand.” During times of peak demand, SECO Energy needs more power generation to meet the higher demand for electricity by HVAC units and other appliances and electronics throughout our service area. This, in turn, increases the cost of power production and SECO Energy’s wholesale power costs. Reducing energy use throughout our system during times of peak demand reduces SECO’s wholesale power costs and lessens the strain on the electric grid.

There may be a period when your thermostat adjusts, up to four degrees from your setpoint, to either pre-cool (for summer) or pre-heat (for winter) your home prior to the event to help keep the home comfortable. Once the event begins, your thermostat will be adjusted up to four degrees from your set point. This adjustment helps to reduce your home’s energy usage during times of peak demand. Once the event is completed, your thermostat will return to original programmed settings.

*Note: All capitalized terms have the meaning as defined in the Program Terms and Conditions.

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