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Smart Thermostat Savings
Smart home tech promises savings, but at what cost? Handy Andy Baryer joins Shane Hewitt to break down how programs like BC Hydro’s Peak Saver work — using smart thermostats to reduce electricity usage during peak times by preheating homes and throttling energy consumption quietly in the background.
The upside: lower bills and incentive cash. The catch? Utilities can trigger subtle changes in your home’s heating. Andy explains how it works, what data is shared, and why it’s sparking concern. From DIY retrofits to smart privacy, this episode…
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