Demand-Side Resources

Demand-side resources refer to strategies and tools that help consumers and businesses manage and reduce their electricity use, especially during peak demand times. Instead of building new power plants, these methods encourage users to shift or decrease their energy consumption when it’s most needed, often through incentives or automation. Examples include adjusting thermostat settings, scheduling appliances to run at off-peak hours, or using advanced energy management systems. This helps balance the electricity grid, reduces costs, and lowers pollution, making overall energy use more efficient and sustainable.