Smarter ways to save, reduce energy use and get paid for your efforts

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Smarter ways to save, reduce energy use and get paid for your efforts

04/08/2025

Did you know that installing a smart thermostat in your home can help lower energy usage and reduce your utility bills? ENERGY STAR^® cites that, on average, an ENERGY STAR rated smart thermostat can save approximately 8% on heating and cooling bills or $50 per year. Not only can your smart thermostat help reduce your energy use, but it can earn you extra cash annually with EasyCool.

Last year, over 6,000 Entergy New Orleans residential customers enrolled their smart thermostats in the EasyCool offering and collectively received over $229,000 for participating. This Earth Day, do something good for the environment and your wallet. Join the thousands in your area who are saving energy, earning extra cash and contributing to a sustainable New Orleans. If you don't have a smart thermostat, check out the deals available on the Energy Smart Online Marketplace. If you already have a smart thermostat, enroll it today in EasyCool.

Reasons to enroll in EasyCool

• Receive a one-time $50 enrollment payment.
• Receive a $25 payment each additional year you participate.
• Help reduce the strain on the energy grid during times of high energy use.
• Make a positive impact on the environment.

* Savings may vary depending on climate, personal comfort preferences, occupancy and heating/cooling systems.

Click here to enroll in EasyCool.