How a remotely controlled thermostat could lessen your energy bill

<p>Washington is quickly embracing clean, electric energy.</p> <p>But there&rsquo;s only so much of it to go around, especially during extreme weather.</p> <p>So now, electric companies are looking to lessen the load by remotely controlling energy use.</p> <p>Seattle Times Climate Lab reporter Greg Kim will talk about this new program.</p> <p>We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow">Tap here</a> to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.</p> <p>Got questions about local news or story ideas …