DTE Gas FAQ

What is the DTE Smart Savers Gas program?

DTE Smart Savers Gas program is designed to reward you for reducing your energy use during peak periods of natural gas demand.

How does the DTE Smart Savers Gas program work?

  • Participants agree to allow their thermostat set points to be lowered by a few degrees during events, which occur during peak hours, when demand for natural gas is very high, between November 1 and March 31. There will never be more than 15 events per winter season and can last up to four hours.

How do I know if I am eligible to enroll?

  • I use my thermostat to control my natural gas central heating.

  • I am a residential DTE Natural Gas customer.

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What is my enrollment incentive?

  • Customers that apply for the program between September 1, 2022 and February 1, 2023 will receive a one-time $50 gift card for enrolling.

  • Participants will receive an additional $50 gift card at the end of the winter season if they stay enrolled through March 31. Any enrollments after February 1, 2023 will ONLY receive the $50 incentive if they're still enrolled through March 31, 2023.

How do I enroll in the DTE Smart Savers Gas program?

  • If you are DTE residential natural gas only customer, then you can complete your enrollment [here.](https://enrollmythermostat.com/dte-gas/)

Which thermostats qualify for the program?

Provider

Approved Thermostats

Amazon

Amazon Smart Thermostat

ecobee

ecobee3, ecobee3 Lite, ecobee4, ecobee SmartThermostat with voice control, Smart Thermostat Enhanced, Smart Thermostat Premium

Emerson

Sensi™ Wi-Fi Programmable Thermostat, Sensi Touch Wi-Fi Thermostat

Honeywell Home

T5+ Smart Thermostat, T6 Pro Smart Thermostat, T9 Smart Thermostat, T10 Smart Thermostat

Honeywell TCC

Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat, Wi-Fi 7-Day Programmable Thermostat, Wi-Fi 9000 7-Day Programmable Thermostat, 9000 Smart Thermostat, 7-Day Programmable Smart Thermostat, VisionPro 8000 Smart Thermostat, Round Smart Thermostat

Lux

LUX/GEO, LUX KONO

Google Nest

Google Nest Thermostat, Google Nest Learning Thermostat, Google Nest Thermostat E

Where can I find the Terms & Conditions for this program?

Provider

Terms and Conditions

Amazon

Terms and Conditions

ecobee

Terms and Conditions

Sensi

Terms and Conditions

Honeywell Home

Terms and Conditions

Lux

Terms and Conditions

Google Nest

Terms and Conditions

How will I know that an event is in progress?

Depending on your thermostat provider, you will receive an email or a notification in your web or mobile application. You may also receive a notification on your thermostat device.

During an event, how will my thermostat be adjusted?

  • At the start of an event, your thermostat will be automatically adjusted by a few degrees below the current temperature set point.

  • In some cases, your thermostat might be adjusted up 3 degrees prior to an adjustment event to pre-heat your home.

  • Each event will typically last no more than 4 hours and will occur between 5 am - 9 am or 5 pm - 9 pm. Adjustments will not occur on holidays or weekends.

  • Once the event is over, your thermostat will return to its normal set point and schedule.

  • You can opt out of the events at any time from your mobile device, web browser or thermostat.

Will participating in the program negatively impact my comfort?

Smart Savers events will only affect the temperature by a few degrees, with minimal impact on comfort. There will be no more than 15 Smart Savers events per winter and each event will last up to four hours.

How do I unenroll from the DTE Smart Savers Gas program?

Send an email to [dte@energyhub.com](mailto:dte@energyhub.com) requesting to end your participation in the DTE Smart Savers program.

Who can I contact if I have additional questions about the program?

Please email us at dte@energyhub.