Lake Region Electric Cooperative
THE VALUE OF ELECTRIC THERMAL STORAGE (ETS) AND OFF-PEAK ENERGY
In the near future, a much higher percentage of our electricity will come from intermittent wind and solar energy resources. Our households will use and store energy when its most plentiful and is priced most economically. When it comes to space and water heating, that future is now! The innovative products and rate programs we offer can help you make the most of off-peak and stored energy and provide the comfort, convenience and affordability you need.
Time to replace that old water heater?
Ask us how our new rebates and EASY-PAY, no interest on-bill financing for 36 months can help you qualify for one of our low cost off-peak heating rates. Call (800) 552-7658 for more details and current pricing!
LREC Water Heater Options:
HTP EVERLASt water heater
- Stainless steel tank
- 80 & 100 gallon capacity
- Lifetime (residential) warranty
- No anode rod needed
- Available at LREC & participating local plumbing & heating dealers
Pricing
| 80 gallon | 100 gallon |
|---|---|
| Direct purchase $2,279.16 | Direct purchase $2,642.95 |
| EASY-PAY $63.31/month | EASY-PAY $73.50/month |
*Includes tax
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Marathon Water Heater 
- Poly material tank
- 85 & 100 gallon capacity
- Lifetime (residential) warranty
- No anode rod needed
- Available at LREC & participating local plumbing & heating dealers
Pricing
| 85 gallon | 100 gallon |
|---|---|
| Direct purchase $1,536.71 | Direct purchase $1,724.21 |
| EASY-PAY $42.69/month | EASY-PAY $47.89/month |
*Includes tax
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RHEEM HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER
- Stainless steel tank
- 50 & 80 gallon capacity
- No anode rod needed
- Available at LREC & participating local plumbing & heating dealers, but must expect around 4-6 month wait time at LREC
Pricing
| 50 gallon | 85 gallon |
|---|---|
| Direct purchase $1,425 | Direct purchase $2,551.11 |
| EASY-PAY $42.50/month | EASY-PAY $70.86/month |
*Includes tax
ETS Storage Water Heating
An electric thermal storage (ETS) water heating system uses inexpensive off-peak electricity to “charge” a water heater with sufficient hot water to supply your needs while the electric supply is interrupted during the on-peak hours the following day.
- Lowest cost purchase and rate option
- Low 5.5¢ rate available year-round
- $400 member rebate
- EASY-PAY option available
- 100 gallon tank minimum
ETS STORAGE OPTIONS
ETS Storage (Requires minimum 100 gallon electric Water Heater with mixing valve)
- Daily load control
- $400 Rebate
- Metered:
- 5.5¢ off-peak rate per kWh
- Unmetered:
- Receive a $12 bill credit when monthly usage over 300 kWh
HTP stainless steel and Marathon poly material water heaters, both with lifetime warranties, are available at LREC.
Peak Shave Interruptible Water Heating
The interruptible strategy allows LREC to temporarily interrupt electricity during times of peak electric usage—usually on the hottest or coldest days of the month—while still providing hot water for all your needs. Peak shave times are usually between 2:00pm–9:00pm.
- Low 6.1¢ rate available
- $100 member rebate
- EASY-PAY option available
- 80 gallon tank minimum
Peak Shave Options
Peak shave basic 8-hour (requires minimum 80 gallon electric water heater)
- Up to 8-hour control during peak periods
- $100 Rebate
- Metered:
- 6.1¢ (September—May) off-peak rate per kWh
- 6.8¢ (June—August) off-peak rate per kWh
- Unmetered:
- Receive a $10 bill credit when monthly usage over 300 kWh
HTP stainless steel and Marathon poly material water heaters, both with lifetime warranties, are available at LREC.
Aquanta water heater pilot program
LREC is seeking participants to join our Aquanta water heater pilot program. Through this program, LREC members will receive a no-cost Aquanta retrofittable water heater controller. This cellular-enabled controller works through an app that must be downloaded by the member and is a fast, easy way to start conserving energy and saving money.
How does it work?
The control box (the blue box in the picture) is a junction box to an electric water heater's power source, so it turns on/off the power to the water heater per the control algorithm or your commands. This can also “virtually” control the water temperature in the tank. For more information on the technical aspects of Aquanta, compatible water heaters, or other general facts, please visit this link.
Benefits of the Aquanta controller:
Members can see energy savings suggestions- Weekly and monthly usage data comparison
- View how much hot water is available
- Remotely turn the water heater off/on or create a schedule
- Receive maintenance alerts, including leak detection
- Have automatic overheating shutoff
- Utilize the autonomous learning function that matches water heating with usage patterns
- Operate the water heater via a remote dashboard
Why participate?
When utilizing the Aquanta controller, an LREC member will receive energy savings, aid LREC in avoiding peak power pricing, and will help avert the need for new power generation. Through the Aquanta technology, members will gain greater access to their water heater than ever before.
Who can sign up?
Members who are currently not participating in a water heater load management program and have an electric water heater 80+ gallons can sign up. At this time, we are also looking for a handful of members with electric water heaters that are 50+ gallons (these cannot already be on a water heater load management program).
If you are interested in participating, please fill out this form. If you would like to speak with an LREC representative for more information about this pilot program, please email lrec@lrec.coop or call (800) 552-7658. Thank you!