[LINK] NBN Smart Off Peak Appliances Needed

[Jim Birch]

On 15 August 2012 08:18, Tom Worthington <tom.worthington at tomw.net.au>wrote:

> Also it may be use for have more complex signals for more sophisticated
> devices. As an example, sending a signal in advance of an anticipated
> peak would allow an appliance to gracefully lower its power use, rather
> than a sudden "SWITCH OFF NOW".
>

A really smart system for a high joule application - eg, hot water or a car
charger - might plan its usage based on estimated spot pricing.

Jim