Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia · Performance incentive
Bring Your Own Thermostat (BYOT) Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia)
Run by Appalachian Power (TakeCharge West Virginia)
Appalachian Power customers in West Virginia with a smart thermostat and central AC get a $50 e-gift card for enrolling, plus up to $25 each summer, for letting the utility nudge the AC a few degrees on a few peak days.
Amounts
How much you get
A one-time $50 e-gift card for enrolling, then up to $25 at the end of each summer ($5 for each month enrolled, May through September). The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| One timeEnrollment | $50 |
| May to September)Each summer ($5 per month enrolled | N/A |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 2 of these.
Residential Appalachian Power customers in West Virginia.
An approved smart thermostat that controls a working central air conditioner, on a compatible Wi-Fi network.
What to doInstall an approved smart thermostat on your central AC.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online.
- Enroll your smart thermostat online.
- Get the $50 e-gift card.
- Allow brief AC adjustments on peak days.
Events run weekdays between noon and 8 p.m., usually no more than three hours.
- Get up to $25 after each summer.
Questions about applyingtakechargebyot@energyhub.com
Stacking
Use it with
Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Bring Your Own Thermostat (BYOT) Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia) pay?
$50 to $50, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Do I need to be a Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 25, 2026.
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