Energy Management in Portland, Oregon
200,000 people in Portland have handed control of their home thermostats to an energy company to manage energy usage during peak hours, raising concerns about personal comfort and reliance on corporations for control over home settings.
Key Points
- 200,000 people enrolled in the Smart Thermostat program in Portland
- Thermostats will be adjusted during peak energy hours to reduce strain on the grid
- Raising questions about individual control over home settings and energy usage
Cons
- Loss of control over home thermostat settings
- Potential discomfort due to temperature adjustments
- Reliance on corporation for managing home energy usage