ecobee thermostat with generac generator

Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Energy Management Intelligence

The world’s first and only smart thermostat that fully integrates with Generac standby generators and PWRcell 2 Solar Battery Storage solutions.

Takes care of your home's energy management, so you don't have to.

ecobee and Generac have teamed up to create the ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced, the world’s first smart thermostat with advanced intelligence that optimizes energy use during outages, keeping your home powered for longer.

HVAC energy management built-in

Built-in intelligence pauses HVAC if needed during an outage

Relevant updates on your smart thermostat

Seamless connection between ecobee & Generac devices

Exclusively available from your local authorized dealer

The ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced is exclusively available with Generac standby generators and PWRcell 2 Solar Battery Storage Systems from your local authorized Generac dealer. Generac is ecobee’s parent company and a trusted leader in home backup power.

Boost your home’s resilience.

Ensure a smooth start for your generator
The smart thermostat monitors the electrical circuit, pausing HVAC during power surges to protect your appliances and prevent wear and tear on your generator.

Long-lasting power, less strain
The best part? It’s automatic, protecting your electrical system from overload and ensuring reliable backup power.

ecobee thermostat on a wall, the screen says "power outage in progress"

New tools to help you stay informed.

Convenient in-home display right on your smart thermostat

When power is paused, view up-to-date details on your smart thermostat or in the ecobee app. For information on your backup system and outage details, open the Mobile Link app.

Smart Thermostat Enhanced with Home Energy Management
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Comfort and calm through the storm.

The ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced isn’t just an award-winning thermostat when the grid is humming; it’s designed to help power your home just as effectively through power outages.

ecobee thermostat on a wall with a hand pointing at it

All systems go
Your HVAC system’s high power demands at startup can strain your generator. Built-in intelligence in this special edition of the Smart Thermostat Enhanced allows it to pause the HVAC system to prevent overload.

Available with your next Generac generator or PWRcell 2
Due to the importance of this technology, the ecobee by Generac Smart Thermostat Enhanced comes standard with generators from your local Generac authorized dealer.

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Effortless comfort and energy savings
The smart thermostat uses advanced intelligence and its built-in occupancy sensor to learn your schedule and save energy automatically.

a garage with a generac generator outside

Backup that’s bottomless
Pair your ecobee Smart Thermostat with a Generac standby generator and PWRcell 2 for peace of mind and virtually unlimited backup.^*

^*Subject to fuel availability

How it works
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Outage protection that just works.

ecobee and Generac have teamed up to create innovative products and features that prevent home backup system overload and keep your home powered for longer.

1. Efficient operation during outages
You’ll be notified when an outage starts. The thermostat automatically adjusts the temperature to extend backup power.

ecobee thermostat screen showing outage mode

2. Smart shutdown to protect the generator
If the generator nears overload, the thermostat pauses HVAC equipment for five minutes, letting you prioritize essentials like lights and appliances.

ecobee thermostat screen showing power outage mode

3. Decisive action for long-term protection
Once the system stabilizes, HVAC resumes. If high load persists, the HVAC will stay paused to prevent damage.

phone screen showing ecobee app with outage mode

4. Monitor outage details at a glance
Enjoy a convenient in-home display on your smart thermostat for viewing outage details and your home backup system’s status.

Invest in your sanctuary and save with ecobee.

Bundle an ecobee smart thermostat with your home standby generator to maximize energy savings, comfort, and resiliency.

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A new way to home.

ecobee thermostats now seamlessly integrate with Generac products to manage all of your home energy management needs.

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