Lighten the Load with AC Load Management

Balance your summer AC electric load and save.

Demand for electricity peaks during hot summer days as homeowners switch on their central air conditioning. Fort Collins Utilities residential customers can help reduce the City’s peak electric load and receive up to a $20 rebate on their utility bill ($4/month, May-September).

It’s Free

At no charge, Utilities will install a small radio-controlled device near the central AC unit. During some afternoons and early evenings, the device will cycle the AC (turning it on and off) in 15-minute intervals.

The furnace fan stays on, circulating already cooled air throughout the home. Most of the time, customers do not notice the cycling has occurred. The device is safe for equipment and operates like a thermostat.

Eligible Participants

Fort Collins Utilities residential customers with central air conditioning are eligible.

Typical installation of remote-controlled cycling device on outside of house near air conditioning unit.

Get Started

Call (970) 221-6700 to schedule an appointment. Customers need not be present for the installation, unless there is a locked gate, dog or other issue that would prevent crews from accessing the outside air conditioning unit.

Related Programs

Load management also is available to customers with electric water heaters. Participants in this program receive a $4 bill credit every month throughout the year. Call (970) 221-6700 to sign up.

While you’re at it, get your central AC tuned up with CheckMe!®, the leading AC diagnostic and optimization system. For a service fee, specially trained and certified contractors will adjust your AC system so it’s more efficient and lasts longer.