The Demand Side Response to Multi-zone Tariffs. Consumer Test Results

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The Demand Side Response to Multi-zone Tariffs. Consumer Test Results

Journal Title: Acta Energetica - Year 2015, Vol 25, Issue 4

Abstract

Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) is a technologically advanced solution currently implemented by the most innovative distribution system operators. ENERGA-OPERATOR SA set about preparing for smart metering implementation in 2010. So far the company has installed over 400,000 meters in its area, and plans to install a further 450,000 in 2015. Kalisz, the first fully AMI-covered city in Poland, was chosen for an in-depth analysis of the system. In particular, a consumer test was conducted there with the intention of answering the question about the strength of the demand side response to multi-zone tariffs and power reduction. Conclusions from the year-long test show the demand side response to multi-zone tariffs – i.e. the maximum temporary percentage reduction of energy consumption in the time zone with the tariff raised by a min. of 80% – stays within the 5–15% range. In the case of power reduction (the maximum temporary reduction of energy consumption in the time zone when the power available to a household is limited to 1 kW) – the demand side response stays within the 10–30% range. An additional effect of tariff diversification and smart metering is a reduction in electricity consumption by 1–4% on working days (i.e. this is the effect of either the consumption reduction or shifting it to weekends). During the test energy consumers were subjected to both price incentives and education. Due to the fact that it is difficult to separate the effects of education and tariff structures, the company plans to continue the research related to verifying the effectiveness of individual activation tools in reducing electricity consumption by households.

Authors and Affiliations

Adam Olszewski, Mieczysław Wrocławski

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The Demand Side Response to Multi-zone Tariffs. Consumer Test Results

EP ID EP200211
DOI 10.12736/issn.2300-3022.2015406
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