Understanding the Potential of Residential Water Heaters as Energy Storage for Grid Flexibility

Date: May 2023

Learn about storing surplus PV generation in the form of extra-heated water to limit the demands of electric water heaters during times of peak load. The presenters will discussion the components of this solution, which includes cloud connections, commandable water temperature setpoints, intelligent controllers, and mixing valves to ensure safe usage temperatures

Speaker:
Benjamin Futrell, UNC Charlotte

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