Methods and systems for analyzing energy usage
US8386086B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2010 |
| Grant date | Feb 26, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 28, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S20/30
- WIPO fieldIT methods for management
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods consistent with the present invention allow an energy consumption index to be generated from DR response data and influencer data. The energy consumption index may indicate the energy consumption of a consumer before receiving a DR signal, the change in the consumption after the consumer receives a DR signal, and the consumer's propensity to respond to a DR signal. Systems and methods consistent with the present invention also allow energy providers to monitor, forecast, and plan for changes in consumer demand for energy. Various energy planning tools may facilitate an energy provider's ability to monitor, forecast, and plan for such changes.
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