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Powerley Unveils BillWise AI: A Gen AI-powered Solution for Consumers and CSRs to Transform Utility Bill Management
BillWise AI is a next-generation software platform that empowers consumers and customer service representatives with billing insights, disaggregated energy analysis and personalized savings recommendations.
Myth Buster: Can a Thermostat Setback Save on AC Costs?
Discover the best way to save money on energy this summer. The Data Science team analyzed two AC thermostat setting hypotheses to find out which delivers the most savings.
The Prosumer Disruption
So, what exactly is a prosumer? The word “prosumer” is the blending of “producer” and “consumer” into one word. It refers to an individual or entity that not only consumes goods.
Myth Buster: Do Christmas lights use a lot of electricity?
Monitoring the lights electrical usage, we determine how much energy each string of lights uses and the associated electrical cost.
Maximizing Your Savings: How to Claim Up to $3,200 in Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency
With heating season here and the close of another year, it’s a crucial time to make decisions about home improvements that can also qualify for 2023 tax credits and rebates.
Myth Buster: Using a Thermostat Setback for Energy Savings
Winter is here, and we all want to keep those heating bills in check. But there's a debate on whether adjusting your thermostat for a setback actually saves you money. We've got the facts! Our in-depth analysis proves the savings.
Powerley and NET2GRID Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Customer Engagement in the Utility Industry
Powerley and NET2GRID are joining forces to provide the best experience in the customer engagement market for utility bill management, real-time energy control, and appliance disaggregation.
Transforming Energy Management: The Rise of Virtual Power Plants
What is a Virtual Power Plant? A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) combines a multitude of small-scale energy resources into a larger, coordinated entity. This aggregation allows for efficient management and control of.
Powerley Announces Groundbreaking 5-Year Agreement with BC Hydro
Powerley is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking 5-year agreement with BC Hydro, one of Canada’s largest electric utilities.
Unveiling the Real Key to a Greener Home Beyond the Smart Thermostat
It isn’t automation scheduling or remote control of the thermostat that is helping us embrace a greener lifestyle – it's insight.
Maximizing Solar Energy Generation: Harnessing the Power of Summer
Simply put, more sunlight means more power. During the summer, the days are longer, and the sun is higher in the sky, resulting in more direct and intense sunlight.
Understanding the Summer Surge: Why Energy Rates Increase When the Temperature Rises
As the mercury climbs and the sun beats down during the summer months, you may notice a slight spike in your energy bills due to increasing rates and AC use.
Powerley’s Rate Simulator: Simplify Rate Selection and Empower Consumers
Are Time of Use (TOU) Rates really that hard to understand? For most consumers, the answer is yes. With utility companies introducing new rate types, selecting the best rate based on when.
Empowering Personal Connection with Energy: Powerley’s Innovative Solutions
Recently, during one of our board meetings, a Board Member raised an interesting and thought-provoking question about how Powerley perceives the relationship between people and energy.
Why are Electric Utility Companies Switching to Time-based Pricing?
What is Time-of-Use (TOU) Pricing? Across the globe, electric utilities are introducing new billing structures called, Time-of-Use (TOU) or Time-of-Day (TOD) rates.
What is Energy Disaggregation and Why does it Matter to Customers?
Knowing what contributes to a household’s energy bill has become more important than ever with rising energy costs, variable electricity rates, and general inflation.