SmartSave
Energy management for a smarter energy future.
Support The Grid And Earn Rewards With SmartSave
Join SmartSave and help power your community —without sacrificing comfort..
SmartSave connects your smart thermostat with your local utility to reduce energy use during peak demand times. You’ll stay comfortable, stay in control, and earn rewards for helping keep the grid strong.
What’s In It For You?
1. Help prevent outages in your area
In times of energy shortages, SmartSave makes small, temporary adjustments to your thermostat1 to reduce stress on the grid—minimizing the risk of outages. These rare events only occur when there’s a critical alert. You’ll receive a notification before any change, and you can adjust or opt out whenever you choose. You remain in full control of your thermostat at all times.
2. Earn cash rewards
As a thank-you for doing your part to help reduce strain on the power grid, you may earn monetary rewards from your utility provider1.
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How SmartSave Works
Step 1: Peak demand is detected and there's increased strain on the energy grid.
Step 2: Smart thermostats make small, temporary changes to your thermostat settings based on your personalized adjustment parameters.
Step 3: You’re notified via the Ion SmartHome app and your thermostat.
Step 4: You stay in control—adjust settings or opt out at any time.
Join SmartSave For Free And Start Earning Rewards
Step 1: Own or purchase an eligible thermostat. Connect with your local ICP dealer to purchase an Ion Black System Control or Ion Gray Smart Thermostat.
Step 2: Download the Ion SmartHome app or visit the Consumer Portal. Download the Ion SmartHome app on iOS or Android. Open the app, create an account if you do not have one, and follow the prompts to add your home location and eligible ICP thermostat. Alternatively, you can sign up via the Consumer Portal.
Step 3: Enroll in SmartSave. Once your thermostat is online, you can follow the prompts to sign up for SmartSave.
Step 4: Get rewarded. You will receive a $25 enrollment incentive in the form of a pre-paid card (virtual or physical) after you have been approved. With continued participation, including keeping your thermostat online, you can earn an additional $20 pre-paid card (virtual or physical) annually. Your reward will be in the form of a virtual or physical pre-paid card – your choice. See Program Terms & Conditions for complete details.
See if SmartSave Is Available In Your Area
New utility partners are added regularly. If you don’t see your state listed yet, check back soon, learn more about the program and contact your utility to ask about working with ICP’s SmartSave program.
Northeast
- Maryland (select regions)
- New York
- Pennsylvania (select regions)
- Washington D.C. (select regions)
Southeast
- Coming soon
Midwest
- Illinois (select regions)
Southwest
- Texas
West
- California
Need help?
Contact your local ICP dealer for personalized support or questions about your smart thermostat and SmartSave program eligibility.
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1. SmartSave occasionally adjusts your thermostat set point or HVAC system up to four degrees, while giving you the flexibility to reset your thermostat to your desired comfort level at any point from the thermostat or the SmartHome app. Reducing energy usage during higher rate, peak demand periods contributes to electricity savings on your utility bill. Savings and ability to save energy may vary depending on your location, utility provider, home, equipment, weather, and other factors. Continued participation is required for ongoing incentives. Program and incentives are subject to change. See Program Terms & Conditions for complete details.