Customers characterization: A pilot study for the incorporation of demand response programs

This article presents the results of a pilot project on the electrical demand characterization for the implementation of Demand Response (DR) programs. A technological surveillance study about user characterization techniques and technological developments related to these programs was carried out. An investigation strategy was developed, in order to identify users consumption preferences. Additionally, methodologies to estimate Baselines of Consumption (BLC) were studied. Finally, these inputs were used to analyze the possibilities of participation in DR programs of a user group from regulated market. These users own Advance Measurement Infrastructure (AMI) supply by the region network operator, EPSA.