Cool Returns

Save Energy! Get $100!

Over the past 20 years, the percentage of homes with air conditioning has nearly doubled for Ohio’s electric cooperatives. This means more electricity is needed during the summer, which can create times of high demand. Electric companies must provide enough electricity for these times. But at what cost? The Cool Returns program helps control demand and future energy prices — but only if you participate.

What is Cool Returns?
This energy management program allows you to help reduce energy use when demand for energy is at its highest, generally on extremely hot and humid summer days. Brief, periodic cycling of the central air conditioning system can reduce the demand for electricity during this time. And that can help keep your energy costs down.

How does it work?
When you sign up for the Cool Returns program, Pioneer installs (at no cost to you) a special switch on your central air conditioner, air source heat pump, or ground source heat pump. This does not control your thermostat or harm your cooling system. It simply cycles the compressor of your cooling unit for brief periods of time. Cool air continues to circulate through your home. Cycling periods are so brief that current program participants rarely experience a change in comfort.

 

 

 

 

 

Why should I participate?
Cool Returns is the most recent addition to the energy management programs of Ohio’s electric cooperatives. These programs have helped save members more than $100 million in energy costs through the years. The Cool Returns program lets you help control your future energy costs.

Am I eligible to participate?
Electric cooperative members with a central air conditioner or air-source or groundsource heat pump are eligible to participate. Homeowners who have window air conditioners currently are not eligible.

How do I participate in Cool Returns?
Contact Ted Riethman at 1-800-762-0997 or triethman@pioneerec.com to learn more. Find out how you can get $100 for participating.

YOU have the power to be part of the energy solution!!

 



 

 

  

Pioneer Electric Cooperative
344 West U.S. Route 36
Piqua, Ohio 45356
(800) 762-0997