Portland General Electric Smart Thermostat Program: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. “If your home has central air conditioning, an electric forced air furnace or a ducted heat pump, you can enroll” in the program.
Serves: PGE residential electric customers in its Oregon service territory.
Do I Qualify
- Use an eligible connected thermostat with a qualifying central system.
- Enrollment allows PGE to adjust the thermostat during peak-time events.
- You cannot participate in both this program and Peak Time Rebates.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marketplace thermostat rebate | Purchase through PGE+ Marketplace and enroll. Amount depends on customer eligibility. | $25 per thermostat |
| Existing thermostat enrollment reward | Enroll an eligible thermostat you already own and pass the eligibility screening. | $25 per enrollment |
| Seasonal participation reward | Participate in at least 50% of eligible event hours during the season. | $25 per season |
Who Files It
The customer enrolls the thermostat through the applicable thermostat provider or PGE+ Marketplace.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Choose your thermostat manufacturer or shop through the marketplace. Enrollment options.
- Connect the thermostat and meet the seasonal participation requirement for ongoing credits.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Portland General Electric page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.