Consumers Energy offers free Google Nest thermostats - The Pioneer

Consumers Energy customers have one more opportunity to save on heating costs this winter from Consumers Energy.

Consumers Energy is offering 30,000 Google Nest smart thermostats to "financially vulnerable natural gas customers" to help those facing high household heating costs, the release said. Smart thermostats help lower costs by allowing people to easily set and adjust temperatures at home or work.

The smart thermostat initiative is another effort by Consumers Energy to help households facing financial challenges with heating costs, the release said.

"Consumers Energy remains committed to helping our friends and neighbors, in the coldest days of winter and as the temperatures hopefully warm soon," Brian Rich, Consumers Energy's senior vice president and chief customer officer said. "We're excited to provide smart thermostats, which reduce energy waste, in addition to dollars that will keep people safe and warm in their homes."

While natural gas costs have fallen 24% in the last four months, Consumers Energy continues to provide assistance with home heating for vulnerable individuals and families.

In January, the company announced an additional $25 million to help homes and businesses, focusing on those who are facing challenges with their energy bills. The contribution is made up of automatic bill credits to all Consumers Energy electric customers totaling $15 million and another $10 million in assistance for low-income households.

In December, the energy company provided $7.25 million to non-profits to help customers in need.

"We are doing all we can at Consumers Energy to keep heating costs low in the first place, and we also are providing resources to help people use less energy," Rich said.

To assist customers in staying comfortable in their homes, Consumers Energy has created a blog and infographic with ways to save without sacrificing comfort this winter.

Michigan residents who need assistance should contact 2-1-1, a free service that connects them with non profits to find help with basic needs, from energy bills to food and shelter. 

Consumers Energy customers needing assistance also should call 800-477-5050 if they are facing challenges with their bill.

To see if you are eligible for the free Google Nest smart home thermostat, or for additional information on available assistance and tips for managing winter bills visit ConsumersEnergy.com/coldweather. 

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