BGE’s Connected RewardsSM program helps decrease energy demand and emissions, keeps energy costs down for you and your neighbors, and rewards you each year you participate with a $50 prepaid card! During exceptionally hot or cold days, millions of cooling or heating appliances run at the same time. The demand for electricity adds stress to the grid, which may lead to higher energy costs, service interruptions and the release of pollutants that harm the environment. As a Connected Rewards participant, you’ll play an important role in protecting the environment and keeping energy costs down.Learn more about Connected Rewards Common FAQs Quick Actions Sign Up Now How Connected Rewards works During times when the demand for electricity is at its highest, BGE may briefly adjust your thermostat by up to 4 degrees. To show our appreciation, we’ll send you a one-time $50 prepaid card for each smart thermostat you register and another $50 prepaid card per eligible thermostat at the end of each season you participate. Adjustment events Learn what happens during an adjustment event and how BGE helps you stay comfortable. Benefits Connected Rewards helps keep energy costs down, rewards you with a prepaid card and much more. Eligibility Check the guidelines and see if your smart thermostat is eligible. Incentive payment Each year you participate you’ll receive a $50 prepaid card. Resources Learn more about earning rewards while helping the environment and your community. Connecting your Wi-Fi thermostat Get your smart thermostat connected to BGE and start earning. Together, we can save more than energyWhen electricity is in peak demand, utility companies need extra help to prevent service interruptions and provide energy, but it may come at a cost. Connected Rewards was created to help keep energy costs down, avoid service interruptions and ensure customers still get the electricity they need.