Smart thermostats make it easy to save in winter

Simple steps to manage your energy use

When it comes to energy use, timing is everything. We’re familiar with the actions that lower our electricity consumption. For example, we know that turning down the heat is the BEST way to be more energy wise during winter peaks. Did you know? When it’s −30°C out, if we keep our home’s thermostat set at 21°C, as usual, heating systems have to work a lot harder to maintain a comfortable temperature in the house. In fact, heating can account for up to 80% of a typical household’s electricity consumption on cold days. So, even though it’s counterintuitive to turn down the thermostat when it’s freezing out, it’s actually the best way to reduce electricity demand and save money. But let’s face it, managing thermostats every day can become an inconvenience that sometimes falls by the wayside!

Smart thermostats make life easier: no more forgetting, no more wasting! Whether you’re at home, at the office or on the other side of the world, you can always control your home’s heating. And advanced features like remote control, programming and automation make smart thermostats easy to adjust so you use only the energy you need. The result? A lower electricity bill.

Winter offers and smart thermostats: It’s a win-win!

Smart thermostats become an even more interesting option when you combine them with a winter savings offer. Because they automatically adjust the temperature setting during peak demand events, you fully benefit from the offer without the hassle.

Rate Flex D puts your strategy at your fingertips

With Rate Flex D, you pay up to 30% less for your electricity 95% of the time. During peak demand events, the price increases. To save, turn down the heat at the start of an event, which can be as early as 6 a.m., and then turn it back up at 9 a.m. at the end of the event. It sounds simple, but it isn’t always easy to do during the morning rush.

Smart thermostats can take care of it according to a schedule that works for you and help you save up to 20% on your winter heating bill.

Hilo: A hassle-free automated solution

With Hilo , your participation in energy-reduction challenges is automatic. You won’t have to lift a finger! Plus, you can choose your preferred setting—Moderate, Intrepid or Extreme—to maximize your comfort and your motivation to earn cash rewards.

Thanks to a host of tips to maximize their savings, households that participated in the challenges in winter 2024‑2025 received an average of $205 in rewards and saved on their annual electricity bill.

You can now take part in Hilo challenges with other thermostat brands

Good news! You can now connect without additional charge, some Honeywell Home, Mysa, and Sinopé thermostat models to the Hilo app .

Do you have any of these in your home? By adding them to the Hilo solution, you can receive a rebate of up to $150 per connected device. You'll even be able to participate in challenges and earn cash rewards.

Small devices, big savings

Wondering if smart thermostats are right for you? You’ll notice the difference right away! Benefit from recurrent savings, maximize the winter offers and earn cash rewards. Small devices can mean big savings!