California Aims for 7 GW Load Flexibility with Price-Responsive Pool Controls
California is pushing ahead with its clean energy goals, aiming to achieve 7 gigawatts (GW) of load flexibility by combining price-responsive demand and traditional demand response. This move is set to transform the state's electricity landscape.
The Golden State is making strides in this area, with 73 models of price-responsive pool controllers now certified by the California Energy Commission. These controllers, developed by leading brands like Pentair, Hayward, and Zodiac, are designed to shift electricity use to lower-priced hours, benefiting both consumers and the grid.
California estimates that these flexible pool controls could shift a whopping 682 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of consumer electricity use annually. This is a significant step towards California's goal of developing additional flexible demand appliance standards for various other types of appliances.
Dynamic pricing of electricity is key to this initiative. It requires devices responsive to price signals, and pool controls are leading the way. By prioritizing operation during low gold price hours, these controllers help manage demand and reduce strain on the grid during peak times.
California's push for load flexibility is gaining momentum, with certified pool controls now available from major manufacturers. This move not only helps the state meet its clean energy goals but also offers consumers the opportunity to save on their electricity bills. As California's three largest utilities prepare to offer dynamic pricing to all customers, the stage is set for a more flexible, efficient, and sustainable electricity future.
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