Utilities, which have sometimes struggled to encourage consumers to be more energy efficient, may have found a handy new tool in Nest Labs.

The smart thermostat maker said yesterday it has been working “behind the scenes” with Reliant, a Texas-based retail energy provider that will offer a Nest thermostat to customers who sign on for a two-year contract.

via Smart Thermostat Maker Nest Labs Cozies Up with Utility – Technology Review.

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