Tag: demand response

Utility, School District Use Electric Buses to Send Power Back to the Grid

By Facilities Management Advisor Staff Jul 29, 2022 Energy Management and Lighting

Updated: Aug 2, 2022

California utility San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) announced that it has successfully deployed an innovative technology that enables eight electric school buses to put electricity back on the power grid when needed, such as on hot summer days. A collaborative effort between SDG&E, the Cajon Valley Union School District, and locally based technology company […]

Six Ways Facilities Managers Can Save Energy During Heat Waves

By Corey Sipe, Associate Editor Jul 27, 2022 Building Controls

Updated: Jul 27, 2022

During heat waves, many homes, offices, and other buildings typically blast their air conditioning in order to stay cool. However, this increased energy demand can put added stress on the power grid and lead to brownouts or blackouts. In order to help provide relief to the grid (and save money), facilities managers should take steps […]