What Peak Rewards pays
We re-read EPCOR's Peak Rewards page on October 3, 2026. It is linked at the bottom of this page.
Enrollment reward
A prepaid Mastercard for enrolling, one per household. It is paid by CLEAResult, which runs the pilot for the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance.
Seasonal reward
EPCOR lists $25 per season for taking part in events. The Alliance's pilot page says this is paid at the start of your second summer season if you are still active.
City of Edmonton rebates
The City says it has no residential rebates at the moment, including for thermostats.
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No free thermostats
Peak Rewards does not give out or discount thermostats. You need to own a compatible one already, such as an ecobee, Honeywell Home or Google Nest. If you are buying one just for this, the $50 card will only cover part of it.
Who can join
EPCOR and the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance list these rules. You must be in EPCOR's electricity distribution area, in a qualifying postal code, and the account holder on the power bill. You must have central air conditioning and a compatible smart thermostat on Wi-Fi. EPCOR says the pilot runs in select Edmonton neighbourhoods, so check your postal code when you enroll.
The central air rule matters. Even with a smart thermostat, a home without central air can't take part.
What happens during an event
On high-demand days, your thermostat may be adjusted by up to 3°C for up to four hours. Your thermostat may pre-cool or pre-heat the home before an event, and you get a notice through the app or email.
The Alliance says summer events usually run June to September, on weekdays between 3 and 8 PM, with 10 to 15 events a summer lasting 2 to 4 hours each. Winter events run December to February, usually just 1 or 2 a winter.
You stay in control. You can opt out of any event from your thermostat or app, with no penalty. If someone at home is sensitive to heat or cold, such as a baby or an older relative, you can join and simply opt out on hard days.
Is it a scam?
It is a fair question, since the rewards come from a company most people haven't heard of. EPCOR's page names the partners: the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance sponsors it, CLEAResult runs it and pays the rewards, EnergyHub connects the thermostats, and ecobee, Honeywell Home and Google Nest take part. EPCOR says emails from clearesult.com and energyhub.com about this program are real.
Always start from EPCOR's own page, not a link in an email, when you enroll.
Edmonton homes and central air
The 2021 Census counted 396,395 Edmonton households, and 64% own their home. About 36% rent. Renters can only join if they are the account holder on the power bill, and they should check with the landlord before changing the thermostat. Edmonton's average January low over the last ten years was about -14.3°C, so the winter events land in real cold. If your home struggles to stay warm already, opting out of winter events is sensible.
How to join Peak Rewards in Edmonton
- Check you have central air and a compatible smart thermostat (ecobee, Honeywell Home or Google Nest).
- Open EPCOR's Peak Rewards page and follow the link to the Alliance's enrollment page.
- Enter your address to confirm your neighbourhood is in the pilot.
- Enroll through your thermostat brand and watch for your $50 prepaid card.
- Stay active through events. The Alliance pays the $25 reward at the start of your second summer season.
Common questions
Is there a smart thermostat rebate in Edmonton?
Not a purchase rebate. EPCOR's Peak Rewards Pilot pays a $50 prepaid card to enroll a smart thermostat you already own, plus $25 per season for taking part in events.
Do I need central air for Peak Rewards?
Yes. Both EPCOR and the Alliance list central air conditioning as a requirement.
How much will my thermostat change during an event?
Up to 3°C, for a maximum of four hours. You can opt out of any event from your thermostat or app.
Who pays the Peak Rewards money?
CLEAResult, a delivery partner of the Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance, provides the rewards.
Can I get a free smart thermostat from EPCOR?
No. The pilot does not supply thermostats. You need to own a compatible one.
What to do next
If you are planning bigger upgrades, read our Edmonton heat pump page: a heat pump also cools, and Edmonton's CEIP won't finance a plain air conditioner. You can also see every Alberta program we track.
By Sam Menard. Sources, last read October 3, 2026: EPCOR: Peak Rewards Pilot for Smart Thermostats, City of Edmonton: Clean Energy Improvement Program (FAQ on City rebates), Alberta Energy Efficiency Alliance: Peak Rewards Pilot, Statistics Canada, 2021 Census table 98-10-0233-01. All Edmonton rebates → Every Alberta rebate and financing program →
