Enervee Score for Smart Thermostats: now live across our utility marketplaces
Choosing a thermostat shouldn’t require guesswork. Enervee now scores each of the roughly 160 smart and programmable thermostats with a simple 0–100 Enervee Score®, so shoppers (and program teams) can quickly spot models that save the most energy and money—today and as the grid gets smarter.
We developed (and manufacturer-vetted) an objective, rank-weight algorithm that estimates energy and cost savings from a combination of 14 thermostat features. Publicly available data are validated with manufacturers to ensure accuracy.
Features that drive savings include:
Even if a customer doesn’t have DR or TOU rates today, choosing a higher-scoring thermostat helps ensure future value as these offerings become available.
According to the Smart Energy Consumer Collaborative, the #1 benefit owners cite for smart thermostats is reduced energy use, closely followed by bill savings [1]. Enervee’s scoring makes these benefits visible at the moment of choice—right next to price, reviews, and installation options—so customers can act with confidence.
See it in action: Explore how a state-of-the-art utility marketplace surfaces high-scoring thermostats, instant incentives (when available), and DR enrollments in one calm checkout.Q: How is thermostat data sourced?
A: We use publicly available product data and work with manufacturers to verify attributes used in the Score.
Q: Do I need TOU rates or DR to benefit now?
A: No. Higher-scoring models typically save energy out of the box via scheduling, occupancy features and optimization—and they’re “future ready” for DR/TOU when available.
Q: Can programs use the Score for eligibility?
A: Yes. Many teams use thresholds (e.g., 70+ or 90+) as a practical screen for incentives or DR-ready assortments on their marketplace.
[1] SECC (June 2021): Smart Home and Energy Data: What Do Consumers Want?