Tri-County Electric has been chosen to participate in a Demand Response pilot program conducted by TVA.

This pilot program will allow TVA to monitor the effectiveness of different methods in encouraging consumers to reduce their electric consumption.

“TVA Distributors, including Tri-County Electric, have been notified that TVA intends to move from an energy usage rate to a demand and energy rate as early as this fall,” said Paul Thompson, Tri-County Electric vice president and general manager. “The Demand Response Pilot will allow Tri-County Electric to evaluate both an in home display unit and a demand reduction unit for effectiveness, convenience and cost savings to our member-owners while reducing residential demand.”

If you are interested in participating in the pilot, you must meet the following criteria:

• Tri-County Electric residential member-owner

• Single family dwelling

• Home has an electric heat pump (one, not multiple)

• Home has an electric water heater

Participants will be divided into two groups. The “informed” group will have an in-home display device with information on usage and rates, while the “enabled” group will have a Demand Reduction Unit installed at their home along with the in-home display device. Both groups will be required to complete a survey and those selected for participation will receive a small financial incentive and an energy conservation kit.

If you are interested in participating in the Demand Response Pilot Program, please contact your local Tri-County Electric office.