T2.24
3/10/2009 10:00:00 AM - 3/10/2009 10:50:00 AM

Demand Response: The Future is Now

Room Number: 321
Presenter(s): George Barnes, Director of Business Development, Mid Atlantic
Energy Connect, Inc.

This session will address the growing opportunities available in the demand response (DR) market, as well the need for DR. DR enables consumers of energy to participate in unprecedented incentive opportunities by cutting back power when the grid needs it the most. The speaker will provide insight on innovative DR technology, a brief overview of different programs available, case studies from a variety of companies that are earning money by actively engaging in demand response, and the speaker will also explain how customers can participate in DR programs and the potential benefits they can receive.

Learning Objective:

1. Understand the importance of DR in helping meet increased electricity demand and its role in contributing to a more reliable electricity grid

2. Recgonize the different programs available in various markets and learn how customers are leveraging DR to generate new revenue

3. Understand what DR programs may be appropriate for their facility

Audience:

CEU: 0.1