Taipower App Helps User Save Over NT$800 on Electricity Bill

A social media user recently shared a "small joy" after discovering they could redeem over 800 New Taiwan dollars on their electricity bill using the Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) app. Facing a nearly NT$4,000 bill during the summer peak, the user found accumulated "golden points" from past energy-saving activities could be converted into a significant discount.

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This is truly a small joy.

Taipower has been promoting energy conservation through various incentives. While a previous program offered cash rebates for saving electricity, the company has shifted focus to its "Power as Points" (電力即點) initiative. By downloading the Taipower app and linking an electricity account, users can participate in energy-saving campaigns and earn "golden points."

These points can be redeemed at a rate of 100 points for NT$1 off the electricity bill. The user's discovery resonated with many online, with others expressing surprise and sharing their own accumulated point balances, ranging from hundreds to over a thousand dollars. This highlights a growing awareness of the app's utility beyond basic billing.

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Today was the first time I knew about this function.

Taipower currently offers three main energy-saving activities through the app's "Power as Points" section. These include "Home Energy Saving Prediction," where users can estimate their upcoming electricity usage for potential point rewards. "Energy Saving Day Challenge" is available for users with smart meters, rewarding them for reducing consumption during specific peak hours. Additionally, the "Accumulate Golden Points" activity allows users to earn points by completing various designated tasks, gamifying the process to encourage consistent energy conservation efforts.

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It turns out the app can also deduct electricity fees.