GridRewards: Energy Efficiency

GridRewards: Energy Efficiency

Cash back to save electricity!

867 ratings
64 reviews
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 28, 2020
  • November 12, 2024
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Earn cash back and reduce your electricity bill by learning when and how to cut energy usage. This free app helps you create new energy-saving habits and understand your consumption. Participate in events to save electricity and get paid, while also reducing your carbon footprint.

Earn cash payments for reducing energy usage
Reduce electricity bills
Participate in energy-saving events
Refer friends for extra rewards
Reduce carbon footprint
Personalized energy insights
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What's New in GridRewards

2.0.21

November 12, 2024

Meet the all-new GridRewards! It’s now even easier to know when to save electricity to earn cash and reduce your carbon footprint. We’ve redesigned the entire app to allow you to focus on what matters most. From joining events alongside your neighbors, to exploring your energy use and your bill, everything is simpler and more refined. (Oh, and we added dark mode too.) Version 2.0.21 adds bug fixes and performance improvements.

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Analysis needs to be realistic

Despite having my thermostat set to 80 degrees during grid events, my overall performance came in at zero percent. I was even more conservative than previous years. It seems that the algorithms have been adjusted and now unless I completely turn off my AC I don’t get any credit for taking reasonable measures. I did pre-cooling, shut off other devices, did now run stove, dishwasher, etc
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Not worth it

Even when you’re not home you don’t hit 100% of your goal so it’s a lot of effort for very little financial reward

I thought this was worth my time and sacrifice

I set this up to be a responsible person! However my efforts seem to be for b nothing! On two events I followed all the rules and came up short! I am a frugal person and I participated in all the grid alerts and received the message that I did not meet my goal. No AC for 4 of the hottest days in 2026 summer and no lights and lowest number on fridge and I did not meet the goal HorseHockey! I will protest.
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Notifications

Intrusive notifications.Way , way, way,way too many notifications.

Disconnected me

The app lost the link to my electricity account so I can’t participate.

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User experience

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Reported Bugs

3 issues

Events section not working after latest update

Bug

Unable to enter zip code on initial screen

Bug

Inability to link or disconnect utility account

Bug

Requested Features

3 requests

Include winter energy usage data

Feature

Improve account management and deletion options

Feature

Provide more detailed energy usage analytics

Feature

FAQ

What does GridRewards do?

GridRewards is a free app that helps you reduce your electricity usage and earn cash back. It informs you about specific times to cut down on power consumption, typically during peak demand periods. By participating in these events, you can lower your electricity bill and contribute to a more reliable energy grid.

How can I earn money with GridRewards?

You earn money by reducing your electricity usage during designated 'GridRewards events.' The app will notify you when these events are happening, usually a few times a year during hot afternoons. The more electricity you save during these times, the more cash back you can earn at the end of the year.

Is GridRewards free to use?

Yes, GridRewards is a free app. The description explicitly states it is an 'award-winning, free app.' There are no upfront costs to download or use the core features of the application.

Where does the money for rewards come from?

The money for the rewards comes from your utility company. Utility companies pay to reduce electricity demand during peak times to help maintain the reliability of the energy system in your community. This incentivizes users to conserve energy when it's most needed.

What are GridRewards events?

GridRewards events are specific times, typically during hot summer afternoons, when it's most important to reduce electricity usage. The app will notify you about these events, which usually occur about 5-10 times per year. Participating in these events is the primary way to earn cash back.