The Northeast and Midwest U.S. just sizzled through one of the longest, hottest heat waves in over 30 years – and summer's barely begun. Millions of Americans will be cranking up their ACs, putting a strain on the grid. To meet this rising demand, expensive fossil-fuel-reliant peaking plants often fire up. But what if the answer lies in reducing demand, not just increasing supply? This is our analysis of demand response's key role in ensuring grid reliability this summer. 👇
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As extreme weather like the heat wave we just experienced in the NE puts pressure on the grid, the answer isn't just to increase supply to meet the increase in demand. It's about being more efficient with the resources we already have. That's where demand response comes into play - and it rewards participants for making strategic energy reductions when asked by the grid. In this blog, we summarize how DR has played a role in recent extreme weather events, including the recent heat wave. #demandresponse #energyefficiency #WeAreEnel Enel North America
The Northeast and Midwest U.S. just sizzled through one of the longest, hottest heat waves in over 30 years – and summer's barely begun. Millions of Americans will be cranking up their ACs, putting a strain on the grid. To meet this rising demand, expensive fossil-fuel-reliant peaking plants often fire up. But what if the answer lies in reducing demand, not just increasing supply? This is our analysis of demand response's key role in ensuring grid reliability this summer. 👇
DR’s Role in the June 2024 Heat Wave | Enel North America
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This current heat wave is pushing temperatures to record highs across the Northeast and Midwest. The intense heat dome is set to impact a staggering 82% of the U.S. population, posing significant challenges to our electric grid. ⚡️ Demand response is stepping up as a critical tool to maintain grid stability and prevent blackouts. Discover how this flexible, cost-effective solution is making a difference during extreme weather events. 🌍 📖 Read our latest article to learn how demand response is helping the grid beat the heat and what you can do to prepare your business for future weather extremes. Your participation could be the key to keeping the lights on and the air conditioning running. 👉 Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/eSmMiRiR #HeatWave2024 #GridStability #DemandResponse #ClimateAction #SustainableEnergy #EnergyEfficiency #GridReliability #EnelNorthAmerica
DR’s Role in the June 2024 Heat Wave | Enel North America
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Did you know? In 2023, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)'s summer reliability report estimated that two-thirds of North America was at risk of energy shortfalls during periods of extremely high electricity demand. When heat waves strike, increased electricity demand for cooling can put additional stress on the grid, where the effects of heat on electrical infrastructure already impact efficiency. This can result in rolling blackouts that put vulnerable people at risk of heat-related illness. For GDO, powering through extreme summer weather means deploying solutions that enhance the resilience of the grid, modernizing transmission and distribution systems to make them more efficient in extreme heat, and increasing their capacity to handle periods of high demand. Learn more about GDO programs that are investing in projects to increase grid resilience in extreme heat and other weather events: https://lnkd.in/e55HygcK
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2moThe recent heatwave underscores the urgent need for innovative solutions to maintain grid reliability. As temperatures rise, so does the demand for electricity, often leading to the activation of costly and polluting peaking plants. Emphasizing demand response can be a game-changer in this scenario. By incentivizing consumers to reduce or shift their electricity usage during peak times, we can alleviate stress on the grid and minimize reliance on fossil fuels. This approach not only supports grid stability but also promotes a more sustainable energy future. How is Enel North America planning to integrate demand response strategies to address this challenge?