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Thank you for checking out the Energy Management Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of energy efficiency, demand management, and grid flexibility. The articles referred to in this piece are just a small smattering of the content posted on Energy Central, so make sure to check the rest of the site.
Get to Know Your Community Members – This Month’s Member Spotlight
Spotlight: Judy Knight
What sets Energy Central apart from other online industry outlets is the true community-level feel. To highlight that aspect, this spot each month will feature a quick profile of one of your fellow Community Members for you to get to know and inspire you to reach out to them: leave a comment on their recent Energy Central content, follow their profile, and build a new connection in the industry!
Name and Title: Chief Development Officer, PLMA
Topics of Focus: Load Management
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Top Content This Month
“Energize Your Future with Energy Efficiency Solutions!” by Sherine Ibrahim
Explore the latest energy efficiency solutions that can help you “Energize Your Future.” This article highlights innovative approaches to reducing energy consumption and building a more sustainable future.
“In today’s rapidly changing world, energy efficiency isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a necessity. As we strive for sustainable development and environmental conservation, improving our energy use is paramount. But what exactly does energy efficiency mean, and why is it so crucial?”
Read the full article and leave a comment or question for the author here
Why Educating Utility Customers is Crucial For Demand Response by Syd Bishop
Learn why educating utility customers is essential for the success of demand response programs. This article delves into the benefits of informed consumers and how they can play a key role in optimizing energy use.
“As anyone in the renewable energy space can attest, describing the nuances of distributed energy resources (DER) or load shifting to a layman is challenging, to say the least. In fact, when I started at Virtual Peaker, I attempted to explain the concept of demand response to my father. His response? It was something like, “I won’t ever let the utility company control my thermostat.”
Read the full article and leave a comment or question for the author here
Should we “Flip” working hours? by Doug Houseman
Consider the benefits and challenges of “flipping” working hours to better align with energy demand. This article explores the potential impacts on energy efficiency, productivity, and work-life balance.
“California’s high level of Solar PV (PV) installation has lead to negative daytime prices in many days and a significant and growing curtailment of renewables. As we all know PV only provides energy during daylight hours.”
Read the full article and leave a comment or question for the author here
Recent Q&A in the Community
Q: When designing an email campaign to promote EE to customers, what are your best practices, your ‘do’s and your ‘don’t’s?
Read submitted answers and or add your own!
Q: What notable AI models are known for optimizing home energy usage? Additionally, which models are currently being trained or have already been implemented in this field?
Read submitted answers and or add your own!
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