The ability to remotely control a thermostat has been in place since at least 2006. KCPL for example has had customers who agree to adjust their thermostat dow

The ability to remotely control a thermostat has been in place since at least 2006. KCPL for example has had customers who agree to adjust their thermostat downwards during hot days for a certain amount of savings. The only major change in this instance is Google/Nest making money on it instead of just the utility/customer.