All of NSTAR's Energy Efficiency programs help to maintain the integrity of our regional power supplies, as well as save customers money. But it is NSTAR's Load Response program in particular that allows you to make a real difference when it is needed most.
By participating in one of the two Load Response program options, you agree to reduce your electric use during periods of high demand, such as during extreme temperatures or when electric wholesale prices are high. Best of all, you get paid for participating. Not to mention, you are helping the regional electric system run more efficiently. Just some of the typical ways businesses reduce their energy use include: raising air conditioning set points, lowering lighting levels, shifting workloads, or using backup generators.
More details on this program are below, and if you are interested in participating please contact NSTAR at 781-441-8592 or email us at c.and.i.energy.efficiency@nstar.com.
Option One
The Real Time Demand Response Program Option provides a
monthly incentive, and in return your facility agrees to
reduce power use if
ISO New England calls for a reduction. You will be paid a
minimum of $0.35/kWh for energy reduced within two hours
or $0.50 kWh for energy reduced within 30 minutes.
Option Two
With the Real Time Price Response program, your facility
voluntarily makes power reductions when wholesale market
prices are high, and ISO New England pays you a minimum
of $0.10/kWh for the power you
are able to reduce.
Features and Benefits
- Incentives to manage your electric consumption.
- Options to lower your facility’s electric bill.
- Flexibility with your consumption portfolio when negotiating with energy suppliers.
- Optional electric usage information, including demand and energy use data to manage your use year-round.
Participation Requirements
To participate, you would need to have the flexibility
to reduce your electric demand by at least 100 Kilowatts
either within one facility or combined in multiple
buildings. NSTAR can provide technical assistance to
help you determine how much power you are able to
reduce.
