Join peaksaver®; reduce the province's demand for electricity, help your community and our environment!

During hot summer weekdays, when air conditioners are running at their maximum, the demand for electricity is at its highest. These times are known as ‘peak demand’. If your business has a central air conditioner (CAC), you can help the province to manage this peak demand by enrolling in peaksaver.

Enrolling is easy and it’s free! Your participating electric utility will install the necessary device (either a thermostat or switch) enabling your CAC to receive a signal that will cycle it down which may increase your business’ temperature by only 1°or 2° C for short periods of time. The adjustment occurs during weekdays, most likely between 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. And you can always opt out.

This won’t compromise your control or the comfort of your customers or staff. By participating in peaksaver you are joining tens of thousands of Ontarian homes and businesses that are taking action to help lessen the strain on the electricity system and in turn, helping the environment.

peaksaver highlights:

• Your business relies on the comfort of your customers and staff. Your electric utility will only activate peaksaver for short periods of time on weekdays (Monday through Friday) and never on weekends or holidays.
• You’re always in control. If you are planning a special event at your business, you can let your electric utility know in advance so that you can opt out for that particular time.
• Your commitment to the community and the environment are appreciated. As a ‘thank you’ for enrolling in peaksaver you will receive $25*.

To find out about demand response for medium to large sized commercial operations – click here.

To find out about peaksaver for your home - click here.

* Offer may vary by service provider.