5-Phased Approach to Demand Response

Successful demand response implementation begins with program design itself.  Attention must be paid to constructing the curtailment parameters in a manner which effectively balances the interests of the utility, in ensuring reliability amongst other motivating factors, and the reduction participants, who must consider numerous issues, including lost opportunity costs.

The following components represent a suggested structure, fostering a robust and sustainable demand response curriculum:

1  Program Design / Consulting
2  Marketing & Enrollment
3  Pre-Event Assessment & Readiness
4  Event Activations
5  Post-Event Analysis & Public Communication

1  Program Design / Consulting

Performance Measurements
Payment Structure
Event Triggers
Hours & Notification
Compensation / Revenue Allocations
Settlement Process

2  Marketing & Enrollment

       Branding, Creation & Distribution of Necessary Materials
       Identification of Prospects
       Staff Training, Sales via Phone & Field Reps.
       Enrollment / Certification Requirements
       Affiliate Relationships
       Seminars / Webinars

3  Pre-Event Assessment & Readiness

    Demand Response Audits / Reduction Action Plans

         Engineering / DR Audits
              Engineers work with key facility personnel to understand their operating
              characteristics and consumption patterns

          Areas of Focus:
               Electrical Distribution System
               Identification of Large Electrical Loads
               Load Profile Analysis
               Energy Management Systems Interfacing
               Equipment Operating Hours & Cycling Times
               Energy (kW) Saving Options
               Demand Shaving Techniques
               Demand Response

         Reduction Action Plan (RAP)
              Collaboratively established and implemented with understanding and
              support from all levels of the organization
              Provides action items in preparation for an Event call

4  Event Activations

    Automated Client Notification
    Resource Interaction:  Event Confirmations / Performance Issues
   
5  Post-Event Analysis & Public Communication

    Data Reconciliation
    Performance Analysis
         Review data with client / address performance issues
         Examine additional reduction capabilities / opportunities
    Publicity of Successful Participation