Framework for demand-side planning
Electric utility companies are being forced to adapt to changes wrought by the events of the 1970's. One of the most promising adaptations is the emerging concept of demand-side planning, i.e., the planning and implementation of options to modify electricity demand patterns in ways that mutually benefit the utility and the customer. This approach includes strategic load growth, conservation, and load management. The conceptual framework and methods of this approach are being formalized under the term demand-side management (DSM). EPRI has initiated a major project to create a framework for planning demand-side activities. The key features of the project are discussed. They include: strong user orientation, combination of research and integration, integrating DSM with supply-side management, and strategic implications of customer knowledge. 2 figures.
- Research Organization:
- Electric Power Research Institute, Palo Alto, CA
- OSTI ID:
- 5590920
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-860303-
- Journal Information:
- Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States), Journal Name: Energy Technol. (Wash., D.C.); (United States) Vol. 13; ISSN ENTED
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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