PoolFlex
PoolFlex pays residential pool owners to run their pools on cleaner electricity by automatically shifting pump operation to times when renewable energy is abundant. Participants receive direct financial compensation for allowing their pool pumps to be controlled or scheduled during optimal clean-energy windows, turning flexible pool demand into a grid resource that helps integrate more renewable power.
- Clean Technology
- Energy
- Internet of Things
Funding
Founders
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Product
Problem
Residential pool pumps consume significant electricity, often operating during peak demand hours when fossil fuels dominate the energy mix. This contributes to higher carbon emissions and strains the electrical grid, while pool owners have no financial incentive to shift their energy usage to cleaner, off-peak times.
Solution
PoolFlex pays pool owners to run their pools on cleaner electricity by automatically shifting pump operation to times when renewable energy is abundant. The program turns a pool's flexible energy demand into a grid resource, helping integrate more renewable power while reducing emissions. Participants receive compensation for allowing their pool pumps to be controlled or scheduled during optimal clean-energy windows, creating a win-win for both the homeowner and the grid.
Target Audience
Residential pool owners who want to reduce their carbon footprint and earn money from their existing pool equipment, particularly those in markets with high renewable energy penetration or time-of-use electricity pricing.
Features
- Automated scheduling of pool pump operation to align with periods of high renewable energy availability
- Direct financial compensation to homeowners for participating in the demand-flexibility program
- Grid services integration that helps stabilize the electricity network through distributed, flexible load management