Carina WISE
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Earn $50
Carina WISE Device
Make Your Water Heater Smarter
Most people don’t spend much time thinking about their water heater. It is generally out of sight, out of mind. But in the average home North Carolina home, water heating accounts for around 21% of the monthly utility bill. That’s the second largest consumer of power in your home!
How does it work?
When the demand for energy is high and wholesale electricity prices are most expensive, your co-op will automatically lower the energy use of your water heater by communicating with the water heater control. During this time, the hot water already in your tank will still be available for your use, so you should not notice any differences. Additionally, the water heater control will heat additional water when sensors on the appliance indicate additional need. This helps ensure you have hot water when you need it. You will not have to control or change anything on the device or your water heater to initiate these types of changes.
Add on a Carina WISE to earn an extra $50
When members with an electric water heater order a new smart thermostat, they can earn an additional $50 by adding a smart water heater device. This device works quietly in the background to ensure you have enough hot water when you need it. You can also link to a mobile app that can alert you of major mechanical issues, like leaks.
How does a smart water heater device work?
When Connect to Save participants with an electric water heater order a new smart thermostat, they can earn an additional $50 by adding a smart water heater device. This device works quietly in the background to ensure you have enough hot water when you need it.
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More Benefits
- Installs on your existing electric water heater, making the appliance “smart”
- Monitors energy use and notifies you of potential issues, like leaks
- Runs in the background, requiring no change to your daily habits while ensuring that hot water is there whenever you need it
- Shifts energy use during times of high demand, helping to reduce wholesale power cost to your cooperative.
Mobile app for iOS and Android
- Proactively notifies user of potential issues such as leaks or bad elements.
- Provides both energy and dollar usage details over selected time intervals.
- Allows for remote “away or vacation” setting
Get your Carina WISE
To get your device through Connect to Save, simply add the Carina to your thermostat order during checkout.
* Your home must have an electric water heater to qualify. For full details, see terms and conditions.