Could a Smart Thermostat Help Lower Your Energy Costs?

A year-long analysis of thermostat data from 50,000 U.S. households reported average annual heating and cooling savings of $210 among users of a smart-home energy system. That’s an encouraging finding—but it’s an average, not a promise that every household will save the same amount.As someone who appreciates both good data and practical budgeting, I’d look at smart thermostats as one possible tool—not a guaranteed shortcut. Results can vary with your region, household routines, home in...