Feb. 24, 2014: Direct Energy Introduces Smart Thermostat in Partnership with Honeywell, Opower
Launched in Texas, Wi-Fi Thermostat Provides up to 10 Percent Savings on Energy Costs
HOUSTON — Direct Energy, one of North America’s largest energy and energy-related services providers, in partnership with Honeywell and Opower, has announced the launch of the Meridian smart thermostat in Texas, including an advanced mobile app that enables remote management of home energy use.
The Direct Energy Meridian Wi-Fi thermostat from Honeywell connects to the newest generation of utility software firm Opower’s thermostat platform — including a Set for Savings feature that proactively recommends more efficient settings based on the customers’ actual energy use and billing information. With thermostats controlling more than 50 percent of the energy bill, the data-driven Meridian thermostat app provides consumers an opportunity for significant savings even from small adjustments, said the company.