The Central Hudson Peak Perks Outdoor Switch Program
A Quick & Easy Approach to Saving Energy and Money
Central Hudson customers with homes in energy constrained areas who have Central Air Conditioners can participate in Peak Perks by having an outdoor efficiency switch installed near their compressors.
The program operates the same way it does for Peak Perks participants who enroll using smart thermostats.
How It Works
1. Central Hudson Peak Perks Reward:
| CYCLING OPTION | ANNUAL REWARD* | INSTALLATION REWARD** | Total First Year Reward* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75% | $75 | $100 | $175 |
* Annual Rewards are awarded monthly, June through October. Installation Credit and Annual Credit are awarded per installed thermostat or outdoor switch.
** A one-time gift card.
2. Central Hudson Peak Perks Outdoor Switch installed
After you enroll, we’ll install your Outdoor Switch. There’s no charge for the installation and setup, which generally takes a little over an hour.
3. Wireless signal sent
When demand for electricity in the Hudson Valley peaks, we’ll send a wireless signal to cycle your AC compressor on and off. Typically, these conservation events occur on weekday afternoons in the summer when electricity use is at its peak.
4. Balance area demand for electricity
During cycling, demand for energy is reduced. Less electricity needs to be generated and transmitted to your home. That keeps energy costs lower as well as reducing carbon emissions and other pollutants associated with electricity generation.
5. Maintain your routine
There’s nothing else to do. During a typical conservation event, your home temperature may rise 2 to 4 degrees at 75% cycling, while your central AC fan continues circulating air throughout your home.
6. Your compressor switches back on
When area demand for electricity is reduced to an acceptable level, your central air conditioner compressor automatically returns to your pre-set standard operation.
7. We reward you for your help
Shortly after installation of your outdoor switch, you’ll receive a $100 Enrollment Reward gift card.
Then, depending on your month of installation, you also receive an Annual Reward credit of $50 or $75 (based on your cycling level) after the close of the program season and each following year you participate.