Grid Integration & Smart Management
How electrified buildings work with the electrical grid to maximize benefits and minimize costs
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Section 4 of 5Smart Grid Integration
Building electrification increases electricity demand, but smart integration with the grid can turn this challenge into an opportunity. By participating in demand response programs, optimizing charging schedules, and using time-of-use rates, electrified buildings can reduce costs and support grid reliability.
Modern electric systems can communicate with the grid, automatically adjusting usage based on electricity prices and grid conditions. This "smart" behavior helps balance supply and demand, reduces strain on the grid during peak periods, and can even earn money through demand response incentives.
Grid Benefits
Well-integrated electrified buildings help stabilize the grid by providing flexible load that can be shifted away from peak periods, reducing the need for expensive peaker plants and supporting renewable energy integration.
Demand Response Programs
Demand response allows buildings to reduce electricity use during peak periods in exchange for financial incentives. Use this simulator to see how it works.
Demand Response Simulator
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Building Load
Smart EV Charging
Electric vehicle charging can be optimized to minimize costs and grid impact. Compare different charging strategies.
EV Smart Charging
Charging Schedule
Cost & Impact
Grid Impact
High - contributes to peak demand