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Demand Response is a nice way to best utilize the energy supply that we have in relation to the transmission grid. I whole heartedly endorse the use of DR to allow Energy producers and Transmission compnaies - even down to the distribution providers to use every single method of DR to it's fullest use. That means sometimes DR is used to make available a Megawatt or two for profit purposes. Using DR for the purpose of conservation (saving the planet) is an abberant use of the technology. Until we (the USA) regain the samnity of mind that says we need more generation, both coal and nuclear, we will further become global paupers and apologists for being "consumers". Oh to see the day when we value production rather than wasted capacity. Wise use of resources for sure, but this country did not become great by conservation. We did not save the world from despotism twice in the 20th century by conservation. We had to out produce the enemy not out conserve them. We have vast resources of coal and natural gas, we have safe nuclear technology,if we knuckle under to the Global Warming alarmists, we will give global supremacy to our enemy and become their subjects.
- Anonymous

First, I would like to note that if you do decide to leave a comment that's great, but please avoid using an anonymous title.

Conservation and production are not necessarily at odds with each other. In fact, our country is currently racing to produce as much renewable energy as we can. There is not a real concern that we cannot match the demand. The goal in our manufacturing today is to be a supplier of clean power which comes free with the ever blowing wind and shining sun. Also, the goal is to use conservation wisely so that when demand increases our production will be enhanced.

Demand response initiatives and energy efficiency are steps that can be accomplished today. The result of which will appear each month on energy bills that use fewer kilowatts and therms. This money, a cost of living, can go towards more valuable household resources like education, day care, and health care.

The costs of using polluting nonrenewable natural resources cannot be seen on a monthly bill. They are hidden within health care costs, food prices, and national security.

Also, beware of getting the sense that there is an "enemy" that we are competing with. Adding sophistication to our electricity generation is a global remedy that everyone will benefit from.

These solutions and objectives do not come from an effort to stop global warming. The ideas have been around for a lot longer than that term has existed. A more efficient and sustainable society is more stable and the consumer is better protected to consume without fear of poverty, disease, and insecurity.