Penticton
residents can sign up for a free 12-month subscription of
SmartEnergy,
and are the first in Canada to
receive this exclusive offer
TELUS SmartEnergy helps users manage home
energy use and
reduce consumption and costs
PENTICTON, BC, Dec. 10,
2024 /CNW/ - Residents of Penticton are the first in Canada to receive an exclusive, free 12-month
subscription of TELUS SmartEnergy, a solution that will help
residents manage their home energy use and save up to 15 per cent
annually on their energy bills. As global demand for electricity
continues to climb, the City of
Penticton – which operates its own electric utility – is
taking proactive measures to ensure its services remain sustainable
and cost-effective. This partnership with TELUS empowers residents
with technology, devices and information they need to improve their
energy efficiency and lower their power bills. Penticton residents are invited to participate
in the free 12-month subscription of the app-based TELUS
SmartEnergy, plus they will receive a smart thermostat and two
smart plugs for just $25,
representing more than $350 in total
savings in both the subscription and devices.
"A recent survey of our residents found that 84.3 per cent are
motivated to take steps to reduce their electrical bills. This
pilot project with TELUS is an opportunity to provide Penticton's electrical customers with the
tools to become more aware of their daily energy usage," says
Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield. "Not only can it help
residents save on their bills, but it benefits the community's
entire electrical grid and supports our climate action
targets."
TELUS recently launched SmartEnergy to address rising
electricity demands in Canada that
are currently outpacing the capacity of our energy grids. TELUS
SmartEnergy helps Canadians conserve energy, while saving money on
their energy bills and reducing their environmental footprint, all
through one simple app. By connecting compatible smart devices like
thermostats and plugs to TELUS' intuitive SmartHome+ app,
subscribers can:
- Automate home temperature settings, power down unused devices,
and create personalized routines for your household.
- 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.
"Our partnership with the City of
Penticton – the first of its kind with a Canadian utility
provider – provides Penticton residents with the technology they
need to take control of their household energy use and lower their
energy costs," said Dwayne
Benefield, Chief Product Officer at TELUS. "Our SmartEnergy
service also offers insights into Penticton's peak energy times, allowing
residents to participate in energy savings events to help lower
demand when it's needed most. This partnership showcases how
communities can lead the charge in transforming energy management
in Canada, and we're committed to
inspiring other cities to embrace SmartEnergy as a powerful tool
for addressing environmental challenges."
Penticton residents can now
sign up for this exclusive SmartEnergy offer. For every SmartEnergy
subscriber, TELUS is planting four trees per year on their behalf
to further benefit the environment. To sign up or learn more
about SmartEnergy, visit telus.com/penticton.
TELUS is proud to be a strong supporter of the City of Penticton. Working in close
collaboration with our local TELUS Community Boards, TELUS Friendly
Future Foundation has donated $122,500 in support of 12 projects located in
Penticton since 2018, to charities
such as Trails Society of British
Columbia, Animal Lifeline Emergency Response Team, BGC
Okanagan (Okanagan Boys and Girls Clubs), Community Foundation of
the South Okanagan Similkameen and Penticton Recovery Resource
Society.
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, NYSE: TU) is a
world-leading communications technology company, generating over
$20 billion in annual revenue and
connecting more than 19 million customers through our advanced
suite of broadband services for consumers, businesses and the
public sector. We are committed to leveraging our technology to
enable remarkable human outcomes. TELUS is passionate about putting
our customers and communities first, leading the way globally in
client service excellence and social capitalism. Our TELUS Health
business is enhancing the lives of 76 million people worldwide
through innovative preventive medicine and wellbeing technologies.
Our TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods business utilizes
digital technologies and data insights to optimize the connection
between producers and consumers. Guided by our enduring 'give where
we live' philosophy, TELUS and our 140,000 team members have
contributed $1.7 billion and
volunteered 2.2 million days of service since 2000, earning us the
distinction of the world's most giving company. For more
information, visit telus.com or follow @TELUSNews on X and
@Darren_Entwistle on Instagram.
For more information, please contact:
Chelsey Higdon
TELUS Public Relations
chelsey.higdon@telus.com
SOURCE TELUS Communications Inc.