Is there an extra cost to participate in Time of Day billing?
No. There is no separate charge for going on TOD. However applicable rates do apply, so your use during the defined peak times will be significantly more expensive than off peak times.
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How do I sign up for Time of Day billing?
Members choosing to move to the Time of Day (TOD) rate will be required to sign an agreement to participate for one full year. That is because the amount of savings changes in winter and summer months due to demand so the total savings is determined ...
Time of Day Rate Summary
Our Time-of-Day rate (TOD) is a voluntary program that rewards members with a lower electric rate for shifting energy-intensive tasks - such as laundry, cooking and heating/cooling-- away from peak hours. Peak hours are the few hours each day where ...
How can I calculate my potential savings on the Time of Day rate?
The Time of Day calculator is available by logging into the SmartHub website (https://becsc.smarthub.coop). Once logged in: Select Usage and then Usage Management in the left navigation menu. You'll be taken to a page with the options to Download ...
Does Time of Day billing require a special meter?
No. The meter installed on your home is already providing the data necessary to make the TOD rate possible.
How can I reduce my electric usage during peak times?
Lowering or raising your thermostat, avoiding laundry, dishwasher and oven use during peak-times will help. Additional savings recommendations will be available after using the Green Button program in the Smarthub portal to download your usage data ...