Demand Response: Providing ROI for Electrification & Sustainability Benefits!

Jay Snyder
Proposal Status
Ready for Committee Review
Username
Jay Snyder
Proposer First Name
Jay
Proposer Email
jay.snyder@cpowerenergymanagement.com
Proposer Last Name
Snyder
Proposer Phone
(617) 383-9268
Proposer Job Title
Manager, Technology Alliances
Proposed Session Description
Demand response has been around for a couple of decades, but electrification and the proliferation of IoT, battery storage, and EVs presents a host of new options. Increased electric loads mean increased curtailment potential, which in turn means more revenue. Automation allows for participation in more grid services programs. All of this puts money back in the pocket of the building owner, who may otherwise be feeling the pinch from decarbonization and energy market volatility.
Why is this session important?
Many automation solutions don't view themselves as part of the DR value chain, but as a result, building operators are leaving money on the table. Also, this is an opportunity to help safeguard the reliability of our electric grids, ever more important as the grid is called on to serve a larger role than it ever has before.

Comments

Amalia Cuadra Sat, 05/20/2023 - 3:15 pm

NO The abstract offers to inform how demand response can be better optimized with the use of automation.  It's likely a sales plug. However, there is likely some useful information that we could learn more about. So, is there a better format in which we can learn more about the offering? 

Amalia Cuadra Sat, 05/20/2023 - 3:15 pm

NO The abstract offers to inform how demand response can be better optimized with the use of automation.  It's likely a sales plug. However, there is likely some useful information that we could learn more about. So, is there a better format in which we can learn more about the offering? 

Christopher Palmese Sun, 05/21/2023 - 9:29 pm

Maybe.  I think this is a topic that many building owners would be interested in, but I think the panel would only be beneficial if it included more speakers than just the submitter.  If we have the chance to ask the submitter to expand the panel, I think this could be a great panel.  I think showing bulding owners that it is in their financial interest to decarbonize is the quickest way to catch the attention of decision-makers, so this could advance the decarbonization discussion.

Ben Sachs-Hamilton Thu, 05/25/2023 - 9:32 am

Round 1 discussion: Felt sales pitchy - marketing heavy. Don't we already know about DR? CM wants to revisit re: GEBs. Operator perspective would ground this session. How was it working with this tech? This submission did a good job talking about DEI perspective and how the tech benefits DACs. Move ahead ONLY if we can get operator and demand response pieces into this session. Christina for Round 2.

Christina McPike Tue, 06/13/2023 - 10:30 pm

Round 2: Yes (but ok if it doesn't make it)- C-Power is an industry leader in GEBs -- this space includes electrification, thermal storage, controls, resident engagement, facilities staff engagement, etc.- C-Power team is excited to include other stakeholders -- aggregator, building controls manufacturer, and/or DER owner- Panel could include DOE Connected Communities representative -- discussing complex, networked, automated grid-interactive buildings, and how to use new technology to manage building loads based on grid signals- The topic is critical to grid modernization and building electrification. I think we can diversify the speakers and make this an exciting, new, educational session re: battery storage, flexible loads in multifamily buildings, residential participation in DCM & DR vs. c&i, etc.-- 6/14 update -- other panelists that make up the “DNA” of a Smart Building / GEBTBLSentient BuildingsNewlabWatchWireViridiNYSERDA/ConEd 

Ben Sachs-Hamilton Thu, 06/22/2023 - 1:48 pm

R2 meeting: Speakers aren't confirmed, but open to inviting different BMS providers and engineers. Need to change/expand based on Christina's input.

Diversity and Inclusiveness
Equity - demand response is a program that helps mitigate the need for dirty peaker plants, which are disproportionately sited in EJ communities. Additionally, demand response helps prevent outages, which disproportionately affect marginalized communities both because of deferred maintenance of grid infrastructure in those communities, as well as the dearth of back-up generators, battery storage, and rooftop solar in EJ communities.
Learning Objectives
Attendees will understand the process for participating in demand response, from both a business and technical perspective.
Attendees will understand what programs are available in the NYC area (or wherever they might be coming from)
Attendees will learn some of the building technologies that have been proven to deliver demand response capability.
Attendees will learn how demand response advances ESG goals.
Has this session been presented before?
No
When and Where?
This precise session hasn't been presented before, by these speakers, but CPower has presented at various conferences such as AEE West, and on webinars.
Target Audiences Level of Expertise
Level 1 - No prior knowledge needed.

NYC 2023 Areas of Focus

Recommended Length
60-minute session

Strongest Content Connection - NYC 2023

Reviewer 1
Cuadra, Amalia
Reviewer 2
McPike, Christina
Curator
Bitossi, Tommaso
Proposal #
144
Session #
NYC23-534
Committee Decision
Accepted

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