LEED AP with Operations and Maintenance (O+M ) Practice Exam

What minimum percentage of load must be permanently shifted to qualify for Demand Response?

1. 5%

2. 10%

3. 15%

4. 20%

The correct answer is: 10%

To qualify for Demand Response, a minimum percentage of load that must be permanently shifted is 10%. This threshold is significant because it ensures that the demand response efforts are substantial enough to impact energy usage during peak demand periods or grid stress events. The utility and the grid operator need a certain level of load reduction to manage energy supply efficiently and maintain grid stability. A smaller percentage might not provide the necessary flexibility in demand that leads to meaningful reductions in peak load. By establishing a requirement of 10%, the program encourages larger-scale participation that can produce tangible benefits both for the utility and for the participating facility in terms of cost savings and sustainability goals. In essence, acknowledging a 10% shift aligns with broader energy management practices and encourages facilities to adopt measures that are effectively responsive to changing energy demands.