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

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Which demand response management strategy is fully automated and does not require human intervention?

  1. Partially automated response with manual oversight

  2. Fully automated demand response with an Energy Management System

  3. Manual demand response initiated by facility staff

  4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Fully automated demand response with an Energy Management System

The strategy that is fully automated and does not require human intervention is one that employs a comprehensive Energy Management System (EMS). This system is capable of monitoring and controlling energy usage automatically, responding to real-time data inputs seamlessly. By utilizing algorithms and pre-set criteria, it adjusts energy consumption patterns based on demand response signals without requiring manual input or oversight. This fully automated approach enhances efficiency and responds to shifting energy demands in a timely manner, which often leads to cost savings and improved sustainability. Since human intervention is not necessary, the system can rapidly adjust based on market signals, demand fluctuations, or grid requirements. In contrast, a partially automated response that includes manual oversight still necessitates human intervention, meaning full automation is not achieved. Manual demand response, on the other hand, is initiated by facility staff, thus clearly not fitting the criteria for an automated strategy. Lastly, the option that states "None of the above" indicates there would be no correct answers among the options listed, which is not the case here.