{"id":77743,"date":"2025-03-17T09:00:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-17T13:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/?p=77743"},"modified":"2025-03-17T08:57:37","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T12:57:37","slug":"samsungs-smartthings-flex-connect-expands-reach-to-maximize-energy-savings-and-rewards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.samsung.com\/us\/samsung-smartthings-flex-connect-expands-reach-maximize-energy-savings-rewards\/","title":{"rendered":"Samsung\u2019s SmartThings Flex Connect Expands Reach to Maximize Energy Savings and Rewards"},"content":{"rendered":"

SmartThings<\/a>, Samsung\u2019s global connected living platform, today announces the expansion of its Flex Connect program with Leap into PJM Interconnection LLC (PJM). Originally launched to California and New York in July 2024, the program saw rapid success, prompting Samsung to expand access to Texas in December 2024, and now to PJM in early March. This expansion to the largest wholesale electricity market in the U.S. enables more consumers to access energy-saving opportunities<\/a>, reinforcing SmartThings\u2019 commitment to providing user choice and sustainable solutions.<\/p>\n

With the expanded reach of Flex Connect, SmartThings users across the Mid-Atlantic and greater Chicago now have greater access to participate in demand response (DR) events that help stabilize the energy grid while lowering their energy costs. Consumers can automate their smart home devices<\/a>\u2014including thermostats, plugs, air conditioners, lights, TVs, and appliances\u2014to participate in energy-saving initiatives effortlessly, maximizing their savings without sacrificing comfort.<\/p>\n

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Enhancing Consumer Choice with the Largest Smart Home Ecosystem<\/strong><\/h5>\n

SmartThings offers the largest ecosystem of connected devices<\/a>, giving consumers unparalleled flexibility in how they can engage with DR programs. Unlike traditional DR initiatives with limited device compatibility, Flex Connect allows a broad range of smart devices to integrate seamlessly, ensuring users can participate in a way that best suits their home setup.<\/p>\n

Eligible users can enroll supported devices through SmartThings Energy, a service within the SmartThings app<\/a>, and select their preferred automation settings. When the grid is under stress, enrolled devices will automatically adjust energy consumption, helping consumers reduce their usage while maintaining comfort. Users who do not own supported devices can still participate by receiving energy-saving tips and taking manual actions to conserve energy.<\/p>\n

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Transforming the Demand Response Experience<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Historically, DR programs required significant manual intervention and offered limited device compatibility. With SmartThings Energy, Samsung has unlocked whole-home DR participation by providing seamless automation, energy usage insights, and AI-powered energy management<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Flex Connect allows users to:<\/p>\n