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Power Manager

Free equipment and installation, plus money off your bill. No strings attached - just cash back in your pocket.

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Why Signing Up is Worth It

Power Manager® is an easy way to help lower your energy bill with bill credits. Simply pick the participation option that works best for you. We install any necessary equipment for FREE and you receive bill credits for allowing us to adjust your appliances a few times per month during peak demand.

And, if you participated in Duke Energy Neighborhood Energy Saver, Weatherization or the High Energy Use pilot in the last 36 months, you're qualified for Power Manager.

Pick Your Enrollment Option

Smart Thermostat Option
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Enroll Your Eligible Appliances

Need assistance with the enrollment process? Call 866.541.8886 and our Power Manager specialist will walk you through it.

  • Smart Thermostat Option*

    Get a FREE smart thermostat installed OR enroll your qualifying existing device. Receive $150 off your next bill + $50 off annually while enrolled. Enroll now.

  • Air Conditioning Option

    $50 off your next bill + $8 off your May - November bills each year you stay enrolled in the program.

  • Heat Strips Option

    $50 off your next bill + $8 off your December - April bills each year you stay enrolled in the program.

  • Water Heater Option

    $25 off your next bill + $5 off your December - April bills each year you stay enrolled in the program.

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* Smart Thermostat enrollment cannot be combined with AC or Heat Strips enrollment.

How You Benefit

When you enroll in Power Manager, you help shift energy on the grid during times of peak demand. Doing so helps preserve natural resources and support clean energy goals. You receive bill credits that help you lower your bill as a reward.

Participation Requirements

Requirement Smart Thermostat AC/Heat Strips Water Heater
Residential electric service must be in your name.
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Must occupy the residence being enrolled.
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Must have centrally ducted electric air conditioning and/or heating system (window units do not qualify).
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Home Wi-Fi.
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Active email to register device.*
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Renters must complete the Tenant Authorization Form and landlord/property owner must approve.  
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* Email address needed to create an account for your smart thermostat.