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CNET
21 hours ago
- Business
- CNET
Want to Cut Down Your Electricity Bill? Try Turning Off the Lights
As summer temperatures continue to break records each year, staying cool is more difficult than ever before. A fan or air conditioner can keep you comfortable, but it comes with a higher electric bill. With rising energy costs, you might be looking for easy ways to save money and stay on budget. Thankfully there's an easy hack that can help lower your energy bill without melting in the process. A recent CNET survey found 78% of Americans are stressed about high home energy bills. When you add the cost of rising rent, higher mortgage rates, pricier groceries and tariffs raising the cost of goods across the board, there are plenty of reasons to stress. However, even when everyday items have become more expensive, there are some ways to make your budget stretch a bit further. One of the easiest and most effective ways to save some money and reduce your energy bill is by turning off your lights when you aren't using them. Keep reading to learn why it's important to turn off the lights and how much money this simple habit can save you. For more, we also recommend investing in a smart plug or a smart thermostat, adjusting the temperature of your thermostat and weatherstripping to save extra cash.) Why should you turn off the lights? You've probably been told time and time again the importance of conserving energy, but you might be wondering why it's so important. First, reducing your energy usage by turning off your lights is an excellent way to reduce your carbon footprint. Electricity generation is one of the biggest sources of carbon emissions that contribute to climate change. By turning off your lights when you aren't using them, you can do your part to reduce carbon emissions and therefore help the environment. Second, reducing your home's energy usage doesn't just help the environment. It also helps your wallet. Turning off lights when you don't need them can help to reduce your electricity bills. You'll also extend the life of your light bulbs, which will save you money as well. Pro savings tip Buying a smart lightbulb can help you conserve energy by setting your lights to go on and off at certain times, so no more falling asleep with all the lights left on overnight. The Wiz tunable white LED smart bulb is CNET's pick for the best white-light smart bulb. Details $9 at Amazon How much money can you save? The amount you can save on your electricity bill by turning off your lights depends on the type of light bulb you use. You can figure your potential savings using the light bulb's wattage. Let's say you have a light bulb that's 40 watts, meaning in one hour, the bulb will use 0.04 kWh. Then, you can use your electricity price — which you can find on your most recent utility bill — to figure out how much you'll save for that hour. In the case of the 40-watt bulb, if you pay an electricity rate of 10 cents per kWh, your savings by turning that bulb off for one hour would be 0.4 cents. It's easy to see that number and think it's simply not worth it to turn off your lights more often. After all, what difference does 0.4 cents make? First, remember that estimate is for a 40-watt bulb. If you have higher-wattage light bulbs, the savings will be greater. Next, that estimate uses an energy price of 10 cents per kWh, but in many areas, the price of electricity may be higher than that. Finally, our estimate looked at the savings of turning off one bulb for one hour. You likely have many light bulbs in your house, and there are far more than just one hour in a month. So when you calculate the savings of turning off all of your light bulbs for many more hours per month, your savings will increase significantly. When should you turn off the lights? You can save money by turning off your lights and fans whenever you don't need them. During the spring and summer, it's a good idea to check in on the peak and off-peak energy hours in your area. Many providers use a time-of-use electricity plan where energy costs rise during peak hours, or hours where the grid is facing higher demand, and lower during off-peak hours. These hours change depending on the seasons, so transitioning between seasons is a good time to check in on when you're paying the most for energy. During peak hours, usually during the afternoons in the summer while in the early morning and in the evenings after sunset during winter, it's helpful to be especially diligent in turning off lights and other electronic appliances when you leave a room to cut down on your energy bill. Thankfully, during the spring and summer, Daylight Saving Time is in effect, which means more daylight and less need to have the lights on in your home. A small change can yield big savings Turning off the lights and other electric appliances when you aren't using them is one of the most basic steps you can take to reduce your energy usage and save money on your electricity bill. Just remember that even a small change can add up to big energy savings for you and also help reduce your carbon footprint. More money-saving tips for you
CNET
3 days ago
- Health
- CNET
My Top 5 Smart Thermostat Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
It's not summer yet but the West Cost is already bracing for its first heat wave of the year, with other regions not far behind. I'm worried your smart thermostat may not be caught up on summer temperatures. Fortunately, the right changes to your settings can prep your home while ensuring you keep on saving money without your AC going off the rails. Smart thermostats excel at this kind of response, from automated changes to easy app updates even if you aren't home. These recommendations will have you set for the heat to come. Read more: The Best Smart Thermostats for Your Home 1. Set 'at home' heating to 68 Fahrenheit Set your thermostat to 68°F or below when winter comes knocking. Tyler Lacoma/CNET Check your summer scheduling in your app settings (such as the Ecobee app or the Google Home or Apple Home app) and use your scheduling options to set the daytime temperature -- when everyone will be home -- to 76 to 78 degrees Fahrenheit. That's enough to keep the house cool without overheating or wasting energy. If you like the heat and can get a reliable breeze by opening windows, you may be able to bump settings up to 80 degrees or so to save more money. But when outdoor temperatures start soaring well above 80 degrees, close the windows so they don't dilute your cool air. Important note: Some US cities have cooling regulations that indicate thermostats can't be set above a certain temperature. They usually do this to prevent landlords from risking the health of the elderly or pets in an effort to save money during the hottest days. Check your city to see if it has any of these laws in place. 2. Set 'away/asleep' heating at 82 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit Google Home makes it easy to apply weekly schedules in minutes. Tyler Lacoma/CNET When everyone is out of the house for work or school, or asleep with a healthy dose of blankets, set your temperature trigger to between 82 and 85 Fahrenheit, depending on what feels the most comfortable. Lower temperatures are typically better when you're sleeping, while the house can usually endure higher temperatures when everyone is away -- although you should also think about what keeps your pets comfortable. Of course, we know that for some, sleeping when you're too hot is impossible. That's why it's also a good idea to remove some bedding for summer and crack open a window when temperatures get lower. Try to avoid setting up indoor rotating fans or similar solutions, as they'll eat into your electricity bill. 3. Turn on your Eco/CNET Most smart thermostats have an Eco mode or a recommended mode for saving as much money as possible. Ecobee even has an Eco Plus mode that adjusts cooling based on local electricity use in peak hours to save more energy. Enable these modes and apply them to your thermostat settings to see their suggestions. Nest thermostats, for example, have a green leaf icon that shows exactly when you're starting to save to make things easier. Usually, Eco modes are the best way to save on your bills without thinking about it and they tend to be reasonable. My Google Nest Thermostat Gen 4, for example, usually sets my "hold" eco mode to 82 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the day and can be adjusted from there. These modes combine well with learning modes that keep track of your manual preferences and home activity to automate savings suggestions over time. 4. Create a vacation mode Ecobee offers a dedicated vacation mode for its smart thermostat. Ecobee/CNET If your smart thermostat supports a vacation mode or alternate mode, set it up so that this alternate schedule is ready for summer trips. You may want it a little cooler in the day than your full away mode settings to help keep pets and plants comfortable, but maximize your savings by skipping any "at home" temperature bumps. If no one is at home and you're confident your house can withstand anything, close the shades and turn the cooling off entirely. Note that the Nest thermostat doesn't have a full alternate scheduling option but you can choose the "Add event" option for a similar result when creating your vacation plans. Read more: Home Security Prep If You're Taking a Trip 5. Move your satellite sensor to a common room Newer smart thermostats often come with a satellite temperature sensor that makes cooling decisions based on location. Nest Newer smart thermostats often come with a satellite temperature sensor or let you buy one as an add-on (here's a Nest version for $40). This allows the thermostat to make cooling decisions based on a different location beyond the often-central thermostat installation. That can be very useful if parts of your home stay too hot (living rooms with lots of electronics, kitchens with active ovens, etc.) while air near the thermostat cools down too quickly. However, be careful with this method because it could cost you more money in the long run (which may be a small price to pay for your comfort). To save money, you can move the sensor to the coolest room, such as a bedroom at night with the windows open. Complete your home prep by learning if a space heater can help you save money and your home checklist for leaving on vacation.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
Tado smart thermostat review: It brought my home into the future and I'm not going back
SMART thermostats have become increasingly popular since they burst onto the scene around 10 years ago - and after trying the Tado wireless thermostat, I'm kicking myself for not jumping on the bandwagon sooner. I decided to get hands-on with my Tado smart thermostat to see if this clever bit of kit could genuinely improve my home and save me some serious cash in the process. BUY FROM TADO Spoiler alert: it absolutely has. Gone are the days of wrestling with impossible-to-program controllers or heating empty rooms. The Tado wireless thermostat has completely transformed how I control my heating, putting the power right at my fingertips through my phone. What started as a simple test has quickly become an essential part of my home that I genuinely can't imagine living without. The upfront cost might make you wince initially, but trust me - both your future self and your energy bill will thank you for making the switch to the Tado smart thermostat system. Pros: Save money by self-installing Easy to use Helps save money on heating OpenTherm compatible Cons: Expensive upfront Rating: 4.5/5 How I tested I lived with the Tado smart thermostat system for several weeks in my home, putting every feature through its paces in real-world conditions. I installed the main thermostat unit myself, along with four wireless radiator thermostats throughout different rooms. I tested everything from the initial setup process (including the surprisingly straightforward app configuration) to daily operation, paying particular attention to its geofencing capabilities, temperature accuracy, and energy monitoring features. I also rigorously evaluated the Auto-Assist functionality to determine if the subscription cost was justified. Throughout testing, I monitored both my usage patterns and energy consumption to gauge the system's actual impact on heating efficiency and potential cost savings – not just what the marketing promised. Tado smart thermostat review: Quickfire Q&A How much is the Tado smart thermostat? The Tado smart thermostat starter kit begins at £129.99, though prices climb to around £500 for a comprehensive setup with multiple wireless radiator thermostats. An investment upfront, certainly – but one that'll potentially pay dividends through smarter heating control and reduced energy bills over time. Who is it best for? The Tado smart thermostat is perfect for tech-savvy homeowners tired of wrestling with impossible-to-program heating controls. It's ideal for energy-conscious people looking to slash bills through smarter temperature management, especially those with larger homes where room-by-room control would make a significant difference. What we loved: The Tado smart thermostat's brilliantly intuitive app transformed my heating experience overnight. The geofencing feature is genuinely game-changing, automatically adjusting when you leave or return home. Most impressive was the room-by-room temperature control through wireless radiator valves – finally solving the age-old problem of uneven heating throughout my home. What we didn't: The subscription model feels like a money grab when basic features like open window detection should be standard. The hefty upfront cost (especially for multiple radiator thermostats) creates a significant barrier to entry. And while the app is intuitive, occasional connectivity issues left me frustratingly unable to control my heating at crucial moments – particularly irritating during cold snaps when you're desperate to boost the temperature remotely. Tado Review: full review tado Starter Kit (from £129.99) As I started writing my Tado review, I was offered the chance to review a smart kettle which would have saved me 60 seconds a morning by having my hot water waiting for me when I woke up. It was voice-activated too, so I could hook it up to the smart speakers I don't own. The price for this convenience? £90. That's rather a lot, isn't it!? Sadly, I don't value my time at £5,400 an hour, so I'll continue flicking the switch on the kettle by hand and scrolling on my phone while I wait for my morning coffee. All this got me thinking that maybe we've gone a bit far with making things 'smart'; do I really need Siri to check the weather for me when my phone is never out of arm's reach? But then I remembered my smart thermostats from Tado and decided no, let's keep this smart revolution going a while longer. In my housing experience (primarily flats that have ranged from 'really quite nice' to 'I sleep in a living room cut in half') thermostats are rubbish. They're impossible to operate unless you read the 50-page instruction manual. And even then, you have to enter the secret combination of buttons, switches and smoke signals to set a program (and God help you if you want to turn it off while you go on holiday). tado Starter Kit (from £129.99) So I was delighted to learn that the smart revolution has changed thermostats immeasurably for the better. Having the option to change the temperature in your home from your phone has made me irrationally happy, and I barely use my heating for 10 months of the year. But making your wall thermostat smart doesn't necessarily fix your energy efficiency issues; it won't solve the issue of the radiator in your bedroom blasting when it's 25 degrees upstairs because it's draughty in the hallway where the thermostat lives. Enter smart radiator thermostats, which sense the temperature in your chosen rooms and adjust your radiators accordingly. Now my flat (really quite nice) is kitted out with a Tado smart thermostat and four smart radiator valves and I solemnly swear I'm never going back to the old way of doing things. And that's not just because these thespian hands are too delicate to turn a valve manually; having a smart thermostat setup like this can save you a lot of money in the long term by ensuring you're not heating rooms you don't need to. Tado's app includes open window detection to let you know if you've forgotten to close a window and you're currently heating the street outside, as well as Geofencing, which will automatically turn off the heating if no one is home. Basically, Tado is a great way of reducing your heating bill over time as you focus the heat in your home to where it needs to be at the right time. The downside? My new set-up would set you back the better part of £500, so it can be a hefty upfront cost and any monetary savings would be a long-term proposition. Although, if your home has a large heating bill, you definitely would claw it back eventually, as Tado gives you advice about how to save money by altering your timings and temperatures (some of those features are part of Auto-Assist, which is an optional extra). Tado's Auto-assist currently costs £3.99 a month, or £29.99 a year and you can find out about all the included features here. If you don't go all bells and whistles, Tado's prices start from £129.99 for a smart radiator thermostat with a starter kit and you can buy additional thermostats for £74.99, allowing you to build up your smart armoury slowly if you wish. If you just want to replace your naff wall thermostat to something that doesn't take two weeks and an engineering degree to program, the smart thermostat starter kit costs £179.99. Honestly, I think it's worth it. I don't know how many hours I've lost in my life kneeling in front of a two-button thermostat trying to make it sync up with my schedule, but I won't be losing any more thanks to Tado. Tado smart thermostat review: Verdict I've quickly come to rely on my Tado smart thermostat and my only regret is not testing it out earlier in the winter! The Tado wireless thermostat has transformed my heating control completely, putting proper temperature management right at my fingertips. The main Tado smart thermostat unit was surprisingly easy to install, and the radiator thermostats were an absolute breeze to set up. Now my home's temperature is controlled intelligently, remotely and with minimal effort. While the Tado wireless thermostat system is fairly expensive upfront, I'd be extremely reluctant to ever return to traditional heating controls. This smart upgrade is much better than conventional thermostats and will definitely save me money long-term. Tado smart thermostat FAQs Are tado thermostats worth it? After living with the Tado smart thermostat system for several weeks, I can confidently say they're absolutely worth the investment – particularly if your current heating controls make you want to tear your hair out. The upfront cost initially made me wince (starting at £129.99 for basic kits and climbing to £500+ for comprehensive setups), but the intelligent heating management quickly won me over. The game-changing features like geofencing, room-by-room temperature control, and open window detection genuinely transform how you heat your home. I've found myself using less energy while maintaining perfect comfort levels. For larger homes or properties with temperature inconsistencies between rooms, wireless radiator thermostats are particularly valuable. While I'm not thrilled about the subscription model for what should be standard features, the potential long-term energy savings make Tado smart thermostats a worthwhile investment that will eventually pay for themselves. Just be prepared for that initial hit to your wallet. 5 tado Starter Kit (from £129.99) BUY FROM TADO Can a smart thermostat save you money? The answer to this question is: probably. Having the ability to set smart heating patterns at the touch of a button, along with geofencing (turning the heating off when you're not around) means that your heating use while using a smart thermostat will almost certainly get more efficient. The addition of smart radiator thermostats means you'll spend a lot less time heating up rooms that have already reached your preferred temperature. The only drawback to smart thermostats is that they're expensive upfront, with Tado's gear starting at £129.99 for the cheapest option. Because of that, a smart thermostat will eventually save you money, but how quickly that happens depends on your heating use, the size of your home, and the number of smart thermostats you get. The more heating you have to do, the more quickly a smart thermostat should save you money. Will I be able to use Tado in my home? It seems that no two heating systems are the same these days, but Tado has a helpful compatibility checker to see if its appliances will work in your home, which you can find here. Is Tado easy to install? This depends on what you've got installed currently, but for me, it was pretty easy (and I'm no DIY expert). Tado has a comprehensive and easy-to-follow set of instructions for installation in its app which helped me along the way. In my case, installing the Tado thermostat was simply a case of taking my existing thermostat off the wall by unscrewing it and disconnecting the wires. Once that was done, I re-connected the wires to the Tado thermostat and stuck it to the wall with the adhesive strips that came included. You can screw it in place, but I opted for the easy (lazy) option. You'll also need to install an internet bridge so your Tado devices can connect to one another, so you'll need a spare ethernet port in your home that's close to a plug socket to power it. Once the thermostat was wired up and the internet bridge connected, getting it to sync up to my iPhone was easy, and I was able to start controlling my heating from my phone right away. It took me around an hour to get everything installed and synced up. The radiator thermostats were an absolute breeze to install and I had each one done in five minutes or less, but your experience may vary if you have non-standard valves. I have no idea how easy it would be to install Tado if you needed to mess around with your boiler, but Tado's app was very good at walking me through instructions for everything else, so I'd guess it would be easy enough. Remember to be safe when installing any electronics and turn your fuses off before beginning. Following Tado's installation guide is a good way to go as that should ensure you do things properly throughout. 5 tado Starter Kit (from £129.99) BUY FROM TADO How much does it cost to install a thermostat in the UK? If you're looking to get a professional to install your Tado smart thermostat, you'll need to add around £80-120 to your budget, depending on your location and the complexity of your heating system. However, one of the major selling points of the Tado wireless thermostat is just how straightforward the self-installation process actually is. Can I install a Tado thermostat myself? I managed to install my entire Tado smart thermostat system myself without any specialised knowledge. The main unit took me roughly an hour to set up, which involved simply removing the old thermostat, reconnecting the wires to the new Tado unit, and following the brilliantly intuitive app instructions. The radiator thermostats were even easier – each one took less than five minutes to install. If you're remotely handy (and I'm certainly no DIY expert), you can save yourself a significant chunk of cash by following Tado's comprehensive installation guide. Just remember to turn your fuses off before messing with any wiring – those hands need protecting! How do I install a tado smart thermostat? Installing the Tado smart thermostat was genuinely one of the most straightforward DIY jobs I've tackled in my home – and trust me, I'm not particularly skilled with tools. The main Tado smart thermostat unit took me roughly an hour from start to finish. I simply turned off my heating system at the fuse box (safety first!), disconnected my old thermostat from the wall, and reconnected those same wires to the new Tado unit following the brilliantly intuitive app instructions. You can either screw the unit to the wall or use the included adhesive strips – I opted for the lazy route with the strips, and they've held perfectly. You'll also need to set up the internet bridge, which requires both power and an ethernet connection to your router. This creates the network so your Tado devices can talk to each other. The radiator thermostats were an absolute breeze – each one took less than five minutes to install. You simply unscrew your existing radiator valve, screw on the Tado adapter (they include several to fit different systems), and then click the smart thermostat into place. The Tado app walks you through every step with clear instructions and helpful illustrations. Even if you consider yourself completely DIY-challenged, you'd be surprised how manageable the installation process is – potentially saving yourself £80-120 in professional installation costs. Does Tado work without the internet? The Tado smart thermostat will still control your basic heating even if your internet drops out, which was a massive relief when my broadband decided to go on holiday for 48 hours last month. The Tado wireless thermostat and radiator valves can maintain your pre-set temperature schedules, and you can still make manual adjustments directly on the devices. However, you'll lose access to all the really clever features that make Tado worth having in the first place – no remote control via the app, no geofencing to automatically adjust when you leave or return home, and no energy usage monitoring. The internet bridge is essential to the setup process, too, so you can't even install the system without an initial connection. While the core heating functionality remains, it's a bit like buying a smartphone and only using it for calls – you're missing out on everything that makes it smart. For full functionality and to get your money's worth from the Tado smart thermostat system, a reliable internet connection is definitely recommended. What alternatives are there to Tado? There are a couple of rival brands to Tado, notably Hive and Google Nest. You can find all of Google Nest's features here and all of Hive's features here. Tado and Google Nest are compatible with OpenTherm, which is a more efficient type of technology in more modern boilers, which gives them the edge over Hive at the time of writing. It's worth checking what comes with the smart thermostat you're buying when comparing prices, as some come with an internet bridge/home hub, so prices aren't always as straightforward as they seem. Can you use Nest and tado together? I've been asked this question more times than I can count since reviewing both smart heating systems, and the short answer is: technically, yes, but it's probably not worth the headache. While you could run a Nest thermostat and Tado radiator thermostats on completely separate systems, they won't actually talk to each other or work together in any meaningful way. The beauty of a fully integrated smart heating system like Tado's is that all components communicate seamlessly. If you try mixing brands, you'll end up with two separate apps, two different control systems, and potentially conflicting heating instructions being sent to your poor, confused boiler. The Tado wireless thermostat range works perfectly with its own radiator thermostats, creating a cohesive system that gives you room-by-room temperature control. If you're already committed to one ecosystem, I'd strongly recommend sticking with it rather than creating a Frankenstein's monster of heating technology. Your energy bill (and sanity) will thank you later. What are the main differences between Hive and tado The most notable distinction is how they handle room-by-room heating control - Tado's wireless radiator thermostats are genuinely brilliant, allowing precise temperature management in individual spaces. While Hive now offers radiator valves, too, Tado's system feels more refined and reliable. Connectivity is another key difference - Tado uses Zigbee technology, which I found incredibly stable compared to Hive's sometimes patchy connection. When it comes to boiler compatibility, Tado edges ahead with its OpenTherm support (something Hive currently lacks), allowing for more efficient modulation of your heating. The apps themselves offer similar core functionality, though I found Tado's interface more intuitive and its energy monitoring features more comprehensive. Hive does integrate more seamlessly with other smart home products if you're already invested in their ecosystem. Price-wise, they're comparable for the basic setup, but Tado's subscription model for premium features feels a bit cheeky when Hive includes similar functionality without the ongoing cost. That said, Tado's geofencing worked consistently in my testing, which could lead to greater energy savings over time.
Associated Press
19-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Introducing ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management
New solution seamlessly connects ecobee smart thermostats with Generac Home Standby Generators and PWRcell 2 Solar Battery Storage Solution WAUKESHA, Wis., May 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC), a global leader in energy solutions, today announced the launch of ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management, an all-new smart thermostat that integrates with Generac Home Standby Generators and Generac PWRcell 2 Solar Battery Storage Solutions to improve real-time system visibility and make home energy management more seamless for homeowners. At a time when Americans are seeing both rising energy costs and more frequent power outages – with 1.5 billion hours of outages taking place in 2024 alone – ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management is the latest in Generac's suite of residential energy technology solutions that provide reliable, more efficient, and better managed energy solutions. 'As energy costs climb and power outages escalate, we're bringing together Generac Home Standby Generators and ecobee smart thermostats into one integrated solution that helps adapt automatically to homeowners' energy needs, and deliver significant energy savings, increased comfort and control,' said Kyle Raabe, President of Consumer Power at Generac. ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management intelligently manages HVAC systems to not only optimize home energy consumption but also reduce the size of the backup system required. This new all-in-one solution eliminates the need for additional hardware, ultimately reducing total installation costs and improving overall system affordability. ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced is also outfitted with advanced occupancy sensing technology that reacts to homeowners' habits, delivering effortless energy and cost savings of up to 26%* on annual heating and cooling bills. 'We're excited to be able to provide homeowners greater control and confidence in managing comfort in their homes without compromise,' said Greg Fyke, President and CEO of ecobee. 'With the launch of our new Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management, we not only intelligently optimize heating and cooling in the home but also coordinate electrical loads during generator startup to keep the lights on during an outage.' June 2025 Availability Beginning next month, ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management will be available to order through Generac's extensive dealer network. Additionally, Generac's new PWRcell 2 Solar Battery Storage Solution will begin shipping in the coming months. The new solution elevates the standard for solar battery storage, providing capability for significant electricity bill savings by storing energy from solar panels and providing reliable backup power during outages. Each PWRcell 2 system includes an ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced for intuitive in-home monitoring and energy consumption optimization. For more information on boosting home energy independence, visit to locate your nearest authorized installer. With over 10,000 and growing providers nationwide, potential buyers and current home energy system owners can enjoy these next-gen solutions. *Compared to a hold of 72°F/22°C. Actual savings will vary based on several factors, such as use, weather, and energy costs. About Generac Generac is a total energy solutions company that empowers people to use energy on their own terms. Founded in 1959, Generac is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and provider of a wide range of energy technology solutions. The Company provides power generation equipment, energy storage systems, energy management devices & solutions, and other power products serving the residential, light commercial, and industrial markets. Generac introduced the first affordable backup generator and later created the automatic home standby generator category. The Company continues to expand its energy technology offerings for homes and businesses in its mission to Power a Smarter World and lead the evolution to more resilient, efficient, and sustainable energy solutions. For more information about Generac, visit About ecobee ecobee Inc. was founded in 2007 with a mission to improve everyday life while creating a more sustainable world. Today, ecobee continues to innovate with smart home solutions that solve everyday problems with comfort, security, and conservation in mind. With ecobee's devices and services, ecobee continues to encourage Smart Owners to imagine what home could be. In 2021, ecobee joined Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC), a leading global designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions, and other power products. Generac and ecobee share a vision to deliver a cleaner and more sustainable energy future for customers and communities. The Generac and ecobee home of the future will be more comfortable, secure, resilient, and efficient. For more information about ecobee, visit Media Contact: Jonathan Stern [email protected] | (312) 402-7167 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Generac Power Systems, Inc.
