PSE Flex
对能源的需求正在增长，这有时会给电网带来压力. 十大彩票平台用电用户可以通过在需求预计将达到峰值的日子里自愿减少能源使用量来提供帮助, known as “Flex events.”
You may have received Flex event notifications via email, text, 或者电话要求你采取简单的步骤，在特定的日子，特定的时间减少能源消耗. Why?
During critical periods of high demand, PSE might deploy short-term generators, 哪些设施比标准设施更昂贵，碳密度更高. Taking small energy-saving actions during Flex events, like turning off large appliances, 当我们从效率较低的资源转向更清洁的资源时，我们能否共同对平衡需求产生重大影响.
通过共同努力，我们可以减少需求高峰，确保为我们的社区提供可靠的能源.
Have questions about Flex events? See FAQ below.
Unlock rewards for saving energy during Flex events
Want to take a more active role? 通过加入我们的Flex项目，您可以获得在Flex活动期间减少能源使用的奖励. 你只需注册就能获得报酬，注册时间越长，报酬就越多. Additionally, 您将自动获得每月两张250美元礼品卡中的一张(10月和4月除外).
Choose how to participate
Flex Rewards
在Flex活动期间，PSE将向您发送通知，以减少您的能源使用. You'll earn money based on how much electricity you save.
- Get $25 for enrolling
- Plus $1 per kWh you save during Flex events
- $15 each year you stay enrolled
Flex Smart
Own a Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostat? During Flex events, PSE将自动调整其温度设定点几度，无需您的操作!
- Get up to $50 per device for enrolling
- At least $10 each year you stay enrolled
Flex EV
PSE将远程通知您的家用电动汽车在Flex活动时间之外进行充电.
- Get $50 for enrolling
- Plus $0.50 per kWh you save during Flex events
Flex event notifications
As part of our commitment to supporting our community in this effort, PSE客户被自动设置为接收Flex事件通知.
By default, notifications will be sent via email, but customers have the option to receive phone (program dependent, see table below) and text as well. If you enroll a smart thermostat or other smart device, 在Flex活动之前和期间，你会在你的设备和/或设备的应用上收到通知.
Flex事件的通知邮件将在PSE宣布一个新事件后立即启动. For events happening the next day, emails will start at 8 a.m. PT the day before and will be delivered by 5 p.m. PT on that day.
For same-day events, notification emails begin at 8 a.m. PT on the day of the event and are all delivered by 12 p.m. PT. Flex events taking place on the same day will start at 3 p.m. or later.
您可以按照下面列出的每个程序的步骤随时调整通知首选项.
| Program | How to enroll | Customer incentives | How Flex events are communicated | How to adjust your notification preferences |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Default Flex event notifications | PSE customers are auto-enrolled | None | Email, Text, Phone | 转到最近的Flex事件电子邮件通知的底部，点击“管理偏好”，然后取消订阅. 或者按照我们的短信和电话通知中给出的选择退出步骤. |
| Flex Rewards | Enrollment link on Flex Rewards landing page |
$25 for enrolling $1 per kWh you save during Flex events $15 each year you stay enrolled Delivered by Tango gift card |
Email, Text | 接收通知是保持注册并获得奖励的必要条件. Log into FlexSaver to adjust preferences. |
| Flex Smart | Varies by device manufacturer. Links on Flex Smart page |
Up to $50 per device for enrolling At least $10 each year you stay enrolled Delivered by Tango gift card |
Thermostat device app or thermostat display | 您不能禁用通知，但您可以选择拒绝参加Flex活动. |
| Flex EV | Varies by equipment manufacturer. Links on Flex EV page |
$50 for enrolling $0.50 per kWh you save during Flex events Delivered by Tango gift card |
Email, Text | Log into FlexSaver or call 1-888-292-0504 |
| Time-of-Use with Peak Time Rebates (Sch. 317 or 324) |
TOU homepage | 自愿参加高峰时段返利活动的每月账单积分 | Email, Text | 参加“使用时间与高峰时间回扣”试点计划，必须接收至少一种形式的事件通知(电子邮件和/或短信). Visit TOU FAQ page for more details, or email TOU@78278.net to manage your notification preferences. |
Flex events
What is a Flex event and why does it occur?
我们的专家可以根据一系列不同的标准预测电力需求增加的时期, which we call “Flex events.” For example, Flex事件可能发生在天气比正常情况更热或更冷的一天, when we tend to use more energy to heat and cool our homes. With collective action from the community, 我们可以防止能源使用的峰值，从而使电网紧张，并确保有足够的能源可供使用.
When could a Flex event occur and how often?
Flex events will only occur during the hours of 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.，通常每次持续2-4小时，并且不会在假期进行(见下面的列表)。. Winter events can occur from Nov. 1 to March 31 and summer events can occur from May 1 to Sept. 30.
Holidays:
- New Years
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
Do I have to reduce my energy usage during Flex events?
不，在Flex活动期间减少能源使用是客户100%自愿的. There is no requirement to participate.
Will PSE shut off my power during Flex events?
不，PSE不会因为需求增加而切断客户的电源. However, 由于恶劣天气等情况，停电可能与Flex事件同时发生. For customers in the Flex Smart program, PSE仅被授权在Flex事件期间自动调整其智能恒温器或其他智能设备, but participation is always voluntary.
Flex savings
How can I save energy during a Flex event?
Minimize appliance use: 等到Flex活动结束后再使用大型电器，比如干衣机和洗碗机.
Upgrade to a smart thermostat: 考虑升级到智能恒温器，以便在Flex活动期间方便地控制家庭温度. With a smart thermostat, 你可以保持舒适，而无需记住调节恒温器的麻烦. To get an instant discount on a smart thermostat, visit 78278.net/marketplace.
Use smart lighting: 升级到智能灯泡，你就可以用移动设备关灯了. 当你可以在任何地方远程关灯时，即使你不在家，节约能源也很容易! Get more energy-saving tips here.
For more ideas on how to save energy, visit 78278.net/flextips.
How does PSE determine how much energy I save during a Flex event?
我们使用基线来计算每个Flex事件的节能. 此基线是通过对活动前五个工作日中使用率最高的四个工作日的能耗进行平均来创建的. 我们还考虑了活动前两小时和活动后一小时的能源使用情况, 并在此期间根据较高或较低的使用量进行调整(e.g., 3-4 p.m. and 7-8 p.m. for a 5-7 p.m. event).
Where can I see my Flex event energy savings?
By default, 我们会在事件发生后向你发送通知，告诉你与邻居相比你节省了多少能源. 如果您注册了Flex奖励计划，您可以在 FlexSaver portal.
PSE如何选择与我的Flex事件节能进行比较的邻居?
我们的目标是为客户提供有效和有意义的比较. 我们通过观察你所在地区其他具有相似特征的住户来做到这一点, such as home size and home type, since they have similar energy needs. 最重要的是，我们只包括在比较时似乎有人居住的房屋.
Can I earn money for participating in Flex events?
Yes! 如果您注册Flex Smart或Flex Rewards，您将通过参加Flex活动来赚钱. See which program is right for you.