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For those customers situated within the PJM territory, there may be an opportunity to reap additional $$$ by participating in more frequent calls, triggered when a specific Locational Marginal Price (LMP) occurs on the electric grid. ECS' POWEROUTLOOK© energy tracking software and technology is an added bonus for enrolling in this program. Whichever program you choose, be sure to call us about upgrading your technology capabilities at no cost!
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Highlights:
● No out-of-pocket financial cost or penalties associated with enrollment and participation
● You will receive a percentage of all revenues received under PowerPay! +Plus as a result
of your participation. The percentage you receive will depend on a number of factors,
including the amount of kWh you plan to reduce and the frequency that you intend to
participate. For qualified, larger facilities, the percentage may increase.
● Receive payment in the form of a check, not merely a credit on your electric bill
● Program available to many types of businesses
● Reduction Events last as long as you choose
● Program runs non-holiday weekdays only
● Program is completely self scheduled; you decide when and where to reduce electricity
● Detailed price forecasting and Day-Ahead pricing reports tell you the likelihood of being
triggered for a reduction call
● ECS has a dedicated team of engineers that can identify your electric loads, estimate your
program payments and form a reduction plan, if requested
● Free interval meter and software allow you to better manage your electric use. In certain
instances you may view your energy usage online!
● Day-ahead notice of a Reduction Event gives you plenty of time to be prepared
How it Works:
1. Enrollment: If you want a face-to-face meeting, an ECS representative will come to your
location to explain the program, review your facility and estimate the payment to your
company. Alternatively, we can arrange a conference call to get started.
Eligibility requirements vary between regions; for an accurate estimate, contact an ECS
2. Metering: You need an interval meter at your facility. If you do not have one, an interval meter
will be installed on-site, free of charge. ECS will access your interval data for reduction
verification.
In most cases, you will have the ability to log in and view your facility's interval demands, kWh
usage, voltage levels, etc. ECS' cutting edge, energy tracking technology, POWEROUTLOOK©,
gives you the ability to view real-time variables, reports, forecasting and trending, and become
a more efficient electricity user.
3. Planning for a Reduction Event: You should put together a “Reduction Action Plan” that
outlines who in your company is responsible for making electric reductions in the instance that
an Event is called. Having a plan will ensure your reductions are carried out in an orderly
manner with the full cooperation of your employees. ECS can help you set up your plan.
Potential reduction strategies include shutting off equipment or processes, pumps and fans,
turning off lighting, easing back on or shutting off air conditioning, and if applicable,
utilizing a generator. If you have an energy management system, reductions can be made from
a central location.
4. During a Reduction Event: Your facility should have all reductions in effect 10 minutes
before the start of the Event. Make sure that staff is aware of this event and does not turn
anything on or up that should remain off or reduced. If you have questions during the Event,
contact ECS.
5. After the Reduction Event: You should maintain reductions until 5 minutes after the end of
the Event. At this point in time, you may return to your usual state of electric consumption.
6. Performance: Your performance is determined by how much you reduce your electric demand
from a predetermined baseline.
Your actual performance is compared to your kW commitment.
7. Payment: Your company will earn payment via a check for performing to your committed level
during Events.
Participation Payment = Percentage of all revenue received under PowerPay! +Plus as a result of
your participation. The percentage you receive will depend on a number
of factors, including the amount of kWh you plan to reduce and your
intended frequency of participation. For qualified, larger facilities, the
percentage to you may increase.
