The purpose of this project is to perform laboratory and field tests of commercially available pool pumps and pool pump controllers designed to enable curtailment of pool pump loads in response to DR event (curtailment) or pricing signals. This work is a follow-up to prior studies that estimated...

The purpose of the project to demonstrate capabilities of AutoDR enabled OCSTs in light commercial settings. This phase will field test a different vendor than phase 1, at a different fast food...

This project covers SCE involvement in the EPA’s specification development for “Connected” ENERGY STAR products, initiated by EPA to respond to the emerging Smart Grid and the need for compatible end-use products. By participating , SCE seeks to inform EPA on the technical abilities of smart meters...

This project will evaluate Energy Star Residential Clothes Washers for DR...

The electrode-less HID light source is a new class of solid-state plasma light source that combines the best features of solid-state electronics and full spectrum plasma emitters. This lab evaluation is a phase 2 based on the recommendation of previous lab tests done by SCE. Technology has been...

The purpose of this project is to test and assist in market adoption and integration of high efficiency air containing units optimized for use in arid climates of the south-western United States. (Climate Zones 10 and 14). Promote air conditioners specifically selected to perform well at hot dry...

After-market RTU controller and supply fan variable speed drive. Steps supply fan speed based upon stages of cooling/heating. Adjusts outside air damper for DCV. Provides Fault Detection and...

This study will investigate the evolution and development in Life Cycle Costing techniques and their adoption in various intelligent building investments; what is the actual adoption rate of this methodology and what should be done to mitigate roadblocks in LCC adoption. This study will also...

This project will conduct market and industry survey to understand current market monetization models for benchmarking and assess the current end-user wants and needs – leading to development of successful monetization models; assess feasibility of industry participants to implement new...

Demonstration showcase of a near-ZNE big box retail store. Combining latest energy efficiency measures in HVAC, lighting, and refrigeration with newly-installed 500 kW PV system to show feasibility and challenges of attaining ZNE in this market...