Glossary Term:
Demand Response

The voluntary reduction of electricity use by end-users in response to high-demand pricing. Demand Response can reduce electrical price volitility during peak demand periods and help avoid system emergencies. An example of DR would be a utility paying Nest to have thermostats turn down air conditioners in empty homes on a hot day.

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