Download Free (.pdf)Demand Response
Maximize demand response revenue with the Capacity Bidding Program
Location:
Utility:
Program Timeline
Start Preparing
Review agreement and get facility owner signoff.
Program Start
May 1 - Oct 31
Deadline
Apr 1 deadline for May 1 start.
Other Programs
Receive Revenue
Energy Toolbase sends revenue generated.
Program Overview
- Program Season
May – October
- Events
Typically, late afternoon to evening peak hours. Events last 1-5h. Between 1-10 events per year.
- Notifications
- Participants
- Requirements
- Payments
ETB Developer + ETB Controller
All In One Solution
for Grid Services
Energy Toolbase enables the modeling, enrollment, participation, and revenue distribution for customers. Our ETB Controller can receive day-ahead notifications, optimize and dispatch energy storage assets, send performance data, and ensure customers get paid for energy generated.
Effortless CBP Participation
with Energy Toolbase
CBP participation is complex, but it doesn’t have to be. We eliminate these burdens with a turnkey solution. Our platform handles everything—from enrollment and compliance reporting to asset optimization and revenue distribution – so you don’t have to. Let Energy Toolbase take care of the complexities so you can focus on your business and let your system work smarter for you.
Get Started with the
Capacity Bidding Program
Step 1
Confirm Eligibility
Use ETB Developer to determine if your site meets size and load curtailment requirements.
Step 2
Enroll & Apply
Step 3
Track Performance and Get Paid
Demand response payments will be shown in ETB Monitor.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Who is eligible to participate in CBP?
CBP is available to commercial and industrial customers located in utility territories such as Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison, and San Diego Gas and Electric. Customers typically enroll through an approved demand response aggregator.
Do I need a battery to participate in CBP?
No, but battery energy storage systems significantly improve participation. Batteries provide reliable, automated load reduction without impacting operations, helping maximize performance and revenue.
How does Energy Toolbase support CBP participation?
Energy Toolbase provides a complete solution to:
- Model CBP revenue potential with ETB Developer
- Automate dispatch during events with ETB Controller
- Support enrollment, strategy, and optimization through ETB Consulting
This allows you to participate in CBP with greater confidence and less operational burden.
Can CBP be combined with other energy programs?
Yes. CBP can often be stacked with other value streams such as demand charge management, time-of-use optimization, and additional demand response programs—especially when paired with energy storage.
How does a customer know if they qualify for this incentive program?
Revenue varies based on your committed load reduction (kW), event performance, and market conditions. Energy Toolbase can model your specific project to estimate expected returns.
How do I get started with CBP?
The first step is identifying eligible sites and estimating potential revenue. Energy Toolbase can evaluate your project, model financial outcomes, and guide you through enrollment with an aggregator.
Ready to unlock more energy storage
revenue with demand response programs?
Ask a team member how Energy Toolbase can specifically help you.