The Grid.coop platform replaces your current thermostat with your choice of several models, which then communicate over the internet with your Cooperative or Municipal utility, allowing you to co-operate not just financially, but directly as your own micro-grid utility manager. It's very easy to use, the same as your old thermostat. If you want to do more, you have interfaces to control how much the temperature setpoints change, and get notices on your smartphone app when you can get a direct bonus rebate for turning off the lights, computer, and AC and taking the family for a nice break at the pool.