What is
a Cool Keeper device?
Cool Keeper is a device that is connected to your outdoor
air conditioning unit. This device allows Rocky Mountain Power
to turn your air conditioning compressor off for a few
minutes each half-hour during selected weekday summer
afternoons. This can help reduce strain on the power
system.
How does Cool Keeper work?
When you enroll in Cool Keeper, we'll install a device
next to your exterior central air conditioning unit.
On selected weekdays during the summer, June through
August, we'll automatically coordinate participating
air conditioners to balance the supply and demand for
electricity. When Cool Keeper is activated, your central
air conditioning unit's compressor will run for a few
minutes less each half-hour. Your cool air will continue
to circulate so you stay comfortable. There is no charge
for signing up and installation of the Cool Keeper device
is free.
How often will the Cool Keeper device be activated?
Cool Keeper typically turns your air conditioner's compressor
off for only a few minutes per half-hour from 2 p.m.
to 8 p.m. on selected summer weekdays, and never operates
on holidays or weekends.
Will Cool Keeper affect my comfort level when activated?
Most customers report they don't even notice the typical
temperature change of 1 to 3°F.
Who is eligible to participate in Cool Keeper?
Cool Keeper is available to residents and small businesses
along the Wasatch Front who have electric central air conditioning. |
How does
Cool Keeper benefit me?
By helping to keep our power infrastructure viable,
Cool Keeper lessens the strain on our electric grid.
This reduces the possible need to build new power infrastructure
that includes a mix of fossil fuel-based generation
and other resources. Plus, balancing the demand for
electricity helps keep costs down by reducing the need
to produce or purchase expensive peak power. In addition,
as a thank you, we will give you a $40 credit* on your
fall Rocky Mountain Power bill.
How does the annual bill credit work?
Customers who participate will receive the annual $40
credit* on their Rocky Mountain Power bill each fall. A partial
credit is applied for participation after the start
of the cooling season (June 1) as follows: Before July
1, the bill credit is $30; before August 1, the bill
credit is $20; and before September 1, the bill credit
is $10. Participants who enroll after September 1 will
receive their bill credit the following year.
Do I need to be present when the device is installed?
You do not need to be present when the device is installed
near your air conditioning unit. Just be sure your outdoor
air conditioning unit and electrical safety box are
accessible to our technicians.
If I am not satisfied, can I cancel my participation?
Yes. If you are ever dissatisfied, upon request you
can leave the program at any time, at no cost to you.
Ninety-eight percent of program participants report
they are satisfied with the program.
Need more information?
Send us an email or visit the support page to request
more information.
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