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Wringing More Value from Building Energy Operations and Upgrades: Monetizing Demand Flexibility in Public and Institutional Facilities

Wringing More Value from Building Energy Operations and Upgrades: Monetizing Demand Flexibility in Public and Institutional Facilities

Full Title: Wringing More Value from Building Energy Operations and Upgrades: Monetizing Demand Flexibility in Public and Institutional Facilities
Author(s): Rodney Sobin
Publisher(s): National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO)
Publication Date: February 14, 2021
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Description (excerpt):

Many states, local governments, public school districts, and other institutions—often referred to as the MUSH (municipalities, universities, schools, and hospitals) market—seek greater energy savings from their facilities to save money as well as to meet emissions and other objectives. However, other energy management value streams offer additional rewards to building owners.

This report discusses demand flexibility (DF) as a way to tap value from peak demand management, time-differentiated electricity rates, demand response (DR) programs, and nascent grid-service markets. Beyond offering financial benefits, DF can help improve building performance while also supporting resilience, environmental, and other policy and organizational goals.

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