PECO is offering a program known as Smart A/C Saver that can save home owners with central air conditioning up to $120 per year.
The installation of what is know as a Digital Cycling Unit (DCU) to the central air conditioning unit on the outside or your home is required. A DCU saves energy during peak demand periods by putting the AC compressor into what is known as a “conservation mode” via a wireless signal. This means that the AC compressor will operate approximately 1/2 the time it had during the previous hour of operation. In “conversation mode” the fan will run uninterrupted and circulate cool air through the home to maintain comfort.
PECO estimates that critical electrical demand occurs 13 to 20 days during the summer. By 2013 utilities will be required to reduce electrical demand by 4.5% on these days of peak demand. With electrical demand rising 16% in the summer of 2010 vs the previous year, and home air conditioning accounting for 17% of domestic electrical consumption, the Smart A/C Saver program will help reduce electrical demand and achieve this mandated energy consumption goal.
The installation of the DCU is free of charge, and there is no need to be at home for the install. By signing up PECO will credit your bill up to $120 ($30 an month from June through September). Visit www.peco.com/Smartideasto sign up, use energy more wisely and participate in the reduction of overall regional energy usage.
