Australia’s Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) has recently announced that it will lead an innovative smart buildings pilot project that has the potential to create a new ecosystem of technologies and solutions to support flexible energy demand. The Digital Infrastructure Energy Flexibility (DIEF) project will utilize software and technology to intelligently control the power usage of up to 200 buildings in New South Wales, providing direct digital access to a range of devices that collectively consume more than 5 MW of grid power. “Flexible demand is critical because it ensures grid stability, reduces costs, supports increasing renewable energy integration, and enables a more sustainable and efficient energy system,” said CSIRO Energy Director Dietmar Tourbier. “This project has the potential to create a new ecosystem of technologies and solutions that will give consumers more control over their energy bills and emissions.” CSIRO defines flexible energy demand as the coordinated orchestration of electrical load in […]