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Google Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen

(Evaluated by UC Berkeley) An advanced thermostat controls residential and small commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) equipment while communicating with other systems, and uses computational capability to provide advanced functionality, such as including additional sensors, the ability to group multiple thermostats, energy reports, and/or notifications.

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Google Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen
Google Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen

The Google Nest thermostat supports up to three heating/two cooling stages (conventional), and two heating/cooling stages with auxiliary heat (heat pumps). Nest learns temperature preferences to create a schedule and has an on-board occupancy sensor. Its Rush Hour Rewards program enables participation in utility demand response. Nest connects through Wi-Fi.

Hub Highlights:
  • On-board motion (occupancy) sensor and outdoor temperature through Internet weather
  • Pairs with other systems (cameras etc)