As part of STUNNED’s mission to unlock energy flexibility and optimize consumption, we’ve taken an important first step forward in the Spanish pilot at the Parque Científico building. The Voltiva Energy team has begun installing a suite of smart devices integrated into selected offices within the building, a core site of the Spanish demonstrator.
What’s has been installed?
The devices installed are designed to monitor energy consumption for the building’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system to enable advanced demand response strategies, we are deploying:
- Smart meters to track total energy consumption of the Voltiva Energy offices and the specific load of HVAC units.
- Remote-control devices allow the precise adjustments and scheduling of the HVAC systems and the multi-sensors. The multi-sensors measure temperature, humidity, illuminance, and presence, which are key data points for optimizing HVAC operation.
Why are we doing this?
The goal is simple: to evaluate the flexibility potential of HVAC loads.
The installed devices and the readings will help determine how much HVAC load can be shifted or reduced during peak times. The remote-control device also ensures that the HVAC energy consumption can be programmed without disturbing the comfort of the users. Additionally, photovoltaic (PV) energy generation is monitored to assess on-site solar production and maximize self-consumption.
By applying demand response strategies, we aim to:
- Reduce overall energy costs.
- Increase self-consumption of renewable energy.
- Maintain user comfort while optimizing HVAC performance.
- Demonstrate how smart control can support grid stability and sustainability.
Installing these devices is the first step toward creating a smart, responsive building. They provide the visibility and control needed to turn HVAC systems from passive energy consumers into active flexibility providers.
