As the demand for energy continues to rise, more households and businesses are turning to demand response (DR) programs to earn money and strengthen the grid. And DR is designed for everyone—whether you’re a homeowner, small business, or manage a large commercial or industrial facility. By participating, you do more than earn money from your energy use - you’re also contributing to keeping the electrical grid stable and ensuring a greener future.
How Demand Response Works
During periods of high electricity demand, utilities send out alerts asking participants to temporarily reduce energy use—whether that means adjusting thermostats, dimming lights, pre-heating/ pre-cooling, or shifting appliance use. And when you do so, you earn! The more you save, the more you earn.
Rising Demand: Why Demand Response Matters More Than Ever
In the summer of 2024, DR participation hit a record high, with Enel North America reporting nearly twice as many events as in 2023. This trend is a clear reminder that rising temperatures are putting greater pressure on our energy systems. As utilities rely more on DR to keep the power system stable, businesses and households that join these programs have more chances to save money, prevent outages, and contribute to a more resilient grid.
How Homes and Businesses Benefit
• For Homes: Residential customers can participate in DR through aggregators like Meltek, which help them increase energy savings to maximize rewards. Meltek’s 2024 records show that even small households can reduce their electricity use by an average of 20% during demand response events, cutting their energy bills while earning rewards. Meltek’s highest-earning residential participants in 2024 earned $479 simply for adjusting their usage.
• For Businesses of All Sizes: From local shops to large commercial buildings, businesses can adjust their energy usage and receive direct payouts from utilities for their participation. Meltek’s highest-earning business customer of 2024 earned over $1,100 through demand response programs.
Why Meltek?
At Meltek, we make it as easy as possible to join a demand response program, whether you’re a homeowner, renter, or business user. With quick enrollment, hassle-free participation, and fast payments, you can start benefiting from energy savings immediately.
Demand response isn’t just for big businesses—it’s for everyone. Sign up with Meltek as early as March 3rd and start getting paid for saving energy!
