The Summer Cycler program is a voluntary energy management program that briefly cycles
off select appliances in your home during periods of peak electricity demand. By joining
the Summer Cycler program, you can earn bill credits up to $28 per cooling season from
June through September. This program is only available for Vectren Energy Delivery
electric customers.
Note: If you are already enrolled in Summer Cycler in previous years, you do not need to re-enroll.
The Summer Cycler program is part of Vectren's commitment to providing you with reliable, low-cost
energy while promoting a healthier environment and more efficient use of our resources. Vectren
will provide a $5 credit for each electric air conditioning unit and a $2 credit for each electric
water heater you enroll. The Vectren Summer Cycler program is available to all its residential
and commercial electric service customers. However, customers must enroll an air conditioning
unit in the Summer Cycler program to be eligible to also enroll an electric water heater.
Why do we have a Summer Cycler program?
We are committed to using the latest technology to reduce energy consumption and keep costs down.
By cycling off major electric appliances for short periods of time, we can trim peak power demand
with little or no customer discomfort or inconvenience.
How does Summer Cycler affect my electric appliance(s)?
Upon enrollment, Vectren will install a small, radio-controlled device on the appliance(s) at no
charge. Then, during times of peak load and if needed, the device(s) will be activated to briefly
cycle off these appliances to conserve energy. The device works just like a home thermostat,
so there is no danger of damage to the appliance(s). The cycling off period typically only
occurs for a few minutes at a time during several hours of a day on days of peak electric demand,
which usually occurs between noon and 5 p.m.
How do I participate?
Enroll now by visiting the
Billing and Payment Options
For more information, you can
request that a Vectren Representative contact you. Or you can contact Vectren at 1-800-439-5504.
Still have questions about how the Summer Cycler program works?
Check out the Summer Cycler Program Questions and Answers
