Smart Thermostat Rebate

Residents who purchase and install a smart thermostat in their home can apply for a rebate.
A graphic about the Smart Thermostat Rebate Program: $50 For A Smart Thermostat

To encourage Red Deerians to decrease energy consumption and support residents in improving energy efficiency in their homes, The City is offering a new rebate program. The program offers a $50 rebate to those who replace their home thermostat with a smart thermostat. Rebates are available for Red Deer residents only; a maximum of one rebate per utility account.

Apply online

Energy Efficiency Rebate - Thermostat Application Form (pdf)

Who qualifies for a rebate?

You qualify if you:

  • are a City of Red Deer resident
  • have a City of Red Deer utility account
  • have purchased a new smart thermostat in 2024 and installed the equipment for use at a property in Red Deer
  • have not previously participated in the program
  • are not participating in other funding programs such as the federal Greener Homes Grant and Loan Program
  • include a copy of the receipt of your purchase with the application form.  The receipt must clearly indicate the name of the store, product name, price, and date of purchase.
Smart Thermostats

A smart thermostat is a wi-fi connected device that may be controlled using a phone, tablet or other wi-fi connected device. Some smart thermostats are capable of automatically adjusting heating and cooling for optimal performance.

Space heating and cooling make up almost two-thirds of home energy use. Switching to a smart thermostat can lower energy use by 8-12% which can improve home comfort and overall efficiency. Some units are capable of learning your living patterns, adjusting while you are away, and providing data to help you adjust the schedule.

View a list of approved products.

Note: Before purchasing a smart thermostat, ensure that your current wiring is compatible with the new system. Most smart thermostats require a C wire or Common Wire connection to provide constant power to the system.

More information

For more information on this program, please view the Q and A Backgrounder - Smart Thermostat Rebate Program (pdf) or contact our Community Development team at 403-406-8820 or environmental.initiatives@reddeer.ca.