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Demand Response (DR)

Turn energy from a cost to a revenue stream with Demand Response.

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Demand Response (DR) allows you to access incentives from Independent System Operators (ISOs) and utilities across North America by supporting the grid to better manage instability.

Our leading technology can help you gain even more value from your DR program. Combine Demand Response with the power of energy insights for curtailment planning that maximizes opportunity and minimizes risk of nonperformance. Participate in advanced DR markets with our automation tools, and use on-site Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) to support your curtailment without interruption to your operations.

Turn your energy from a cost to an asset

Learn about the advantages of Demand Response
Watch our video and see how Demand Response with our energy insights solutions gives you an edge. Tap into energy consuming or generating assets to create a revenue stream.

Benefits for your business

  • Generate revenue by reducing consumption during periods of peak demand on the grid.
  • Access new markets with our automated advanced DR solution to access lucrative markets requiring fast response.
  • Minimize risk and view curtailment in real-time with energy insights and our desktop/mobile app, PowerRadarTM.
  • Participate without disruption leveraging on-site generation such as standby generation for DR.
  • Ongoing support provided by our dedicated Demand Response Operations team.

Excela Healthcare implements DR and energy insights solutions and increases earnings by $50k

Excela Health in Western Pennsylvania has historically been known as a forward-thinking health system with respect to managing energy usage. Implementing DR and energy insights solutions took their energy strategy to the next level.
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100k
Average revenue per MW per year for a large business customer
24/7
Access to your curtailment planning and performance data anytime, from anywhere with PowerRadar
100
Device-level sensors in our Pro offering, bringing you real-time data

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How does Demand Response work?
How Energy Insight works: step 1

1. Sensor installation

The installation at device level allows us to uncover opportunities, easily attach the non-invasive self-powered sensors to the outgoing electrical wire. Each individual sensor will start tracking the energy usage of the device, equipment or process, preparing you for Demand Response.
How Energy Insight works: step 3

2. Data analysis

Data is continuously received and wirelessly transmitted to the analytics platform, all in real-time. Enabling more effective curtailment planning and identification of appropriate assets.
The net metering program

3. Event occurrence

When a request is received from the grid, your planned energy curtailment visualized in PowerRadar allowing you to adjust your usage. Changes in demand are viewable in the platform to ensure you are meeting your commitment.
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Complete planning and performance visibility with PowerRadar

Learn more about our industry-leading energy management software that brings the intelligence and visibility you need to understand and analyze your entire energy infrastructure – and maximizes your DR opportunity.

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Why Centrica Business Solutions?

  • Energy insights solutions and curtailment automation maximize value.
  • Fully managed solutions that simplify inherent market complexity.
  • Utilize DERs for DR participation.
5 ISOs
Access across 5 ISOs in North America
10yrs
Our proven track record in DR markets
500MW
Total DR load under management in North America

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Take control of your energy costs while increasing resilience with energy asset optimization

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Reducing energy costs and driving growth
Historically, cost reduction has centered around getting the lowest rates on energy bills. Today, there are opportunities to turn energy usage into a source of revenue.
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