Austin Energy Power Partner Thermostat: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Austin Energy offers a purchase rebate and bill credits for eligible thermostats.
Serves: Austin and all or portions of Bee Cave, The Hills, Lakeway, Rollingwood, Westlake Hills, Sunset Valley, Creedmoor, Mustang Ridge, Manchaca, Buda, Del Valle, Manor, Pflugerville and Cedar Park; Travis and Williamson counties.
Do I Qualify
- Use an approved thermostat with an individual Austin Energy electric account.
- Participation credits require allowing temporary thermostat adjustments.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smart thermostat purchase | Eligible new thermostat; apply within 90 days | $50 per thermostat |
| Thermostat enrollment | Enroll an eligible thermostat in Power Partner | $75 per thermostat |
| Continued thermostat enrollment | Remain enrolled in Power Partner | $30 per thermostat per year |
Who Files It
The customer applies for the purchase rebate and enrolls through the thermostat manufacturer.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Check the eligible-device list. Program page.
- Apply for the purchase rebate and enroll separately for participation credits.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Austin Energy page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.