Demand Side Management (DSM)

Demand Side Management (DSM)

DSM has been and is expected to remain a key operational service to maintain system security for the island. EirGrid currently operate a number of peak demand reduction programmes to reduce demand, particularly during the peak periods and tight capacity margins. The main schemes are as follows:

• Demand Side Units
• Winter Peak Demand Reduction Scheme (WPDRS)
• Powersave
• Short Term Active Response (STAR)

EirGrid and SONI have recently engaged with the Departments and Regulatory Authorities in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland with a view to reviewing demand side management on an all island basis.