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Recent Publications

Dayem, K., E. Rubin, M. Daukoru, G. Barker, J. Yang, B. Burmeister. 2023. Low Power Modes: Updated Data Collection Procedure Proposal. Prepared by the California Statewide Investor-Owned Utilities Codes and Standards Program.

Dayem, K., G. Barker, E. Rubin, J. Yang. 2023. Low Power Modes: Updated Data Collection Procedure: Proposal and Round Robin Test Results. Prepared by the California Statewide Investor-Owned Utilities Codes and Standards Program.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier. 2021. Here Comes the (Electric) School Bus! Early Experience at Electric Co-ops. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier. 2021. Shifting Space Conditioning Load: A Smart Thermostat Demand Response Pilot – Measurement & Verification. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier. 2021. Small Network Equipment: Considerations for Energy Efficiency Policy. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency Technology Collaboration Programme on Energy Efficient End-Use Equipment, Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Mercier, C., K. Dayem, B. Trimboli. 2021. Harnessing IoT for Energy Benefits. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency Technology Collaboration Programme on Energy Efficient End-Use Equipment, Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Trimboli, B., K. Dayem, C. Mercier. 2021. Retrofitting Connectivity for Energy Benefits. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency Technology Collaboration Programme on Energy Efficient End-Use Equipment, Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Dayem, K., C. Mercier. 2020. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Load Control Case Studies. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier, R. Roy, K. Dennis. 2020. Dual Fuel Space Heating in Cold Climates: Optimizing Cost, Emissions, and Grid Flexibility. In: 2020 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings.

Dayem, K., C. Granda. 2020. Small Network Equipment: Energy Savings Opportunities and Test Procedure Needs for the LPM Roadmap. Prepared by the California Statewide Investor-Owned Utilities Codes and Standards Program.
Dayem, K., C. Mercier. 2020. Space Heating in the Icebox of America: Piloting Dual Fuel Solutions at Mountain Parks Electric Cooperative. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
Dayem, K. 2019. Today’s Best Opportunities for Improving Manufactured Homes Efficiency. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.
Mercier, C., K. Dayem. 2019. Cold Climate Dual Fuel Space heating: An assessment tool to evaluate savings opportunities. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, the Natural Resources Defense Council, and the Beneficial Electrification League.
Mercier, C., P. May-Ostendorp, K. Dayem, B. Webster. 2019. Getting to Zero: An evaluation of zero network standby power. Prepared by Xergy Consulting and Energy Solutions for the International Energy Agency 4E Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Dayem, K., C. Mercier, P. May-Ostendorp. 2019. Test Procedures for Measuring Network Standby Power. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency 4E Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Rubin, E., C. Kido, P. May-Ostendorp, C. Mercier, K. Dayem. 2019. Global Forecast of Energy Use for Wireless Charging. Prepared by Energy Solutions and Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency 4E Electronic Devices and Networks Annex.
Dayem, K., C. Mercier, P. May-Ostendorp. 2019. Electric Vehicle Charging Control Strategies. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier, P. May-Ostendorp. 2018. Gearing Up for Electric Vehicles: Residential EVSE Program Design for Co-ops. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K. 2018. Standardized Communications for Demand Response. An Overview of the CTA-2045 Standard and Early Field Demonstrations. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

May-Ostendorp, P., K. Dayem. 2018. Electrifying Natural Gas: Opportunities for Beneficial Electrification and Load Flexibility in Natural Gas Pipeline Compressor Stations. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K. 2018. Beneficial Electrification of Space Conditioning in Schools. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

May-Ostendorp, P., K. Dayem, C. Mercier, L. Moorefield. 2018. Customer Engagement Technology: Using Data-Driven Insights to Improve Cooperative Member Engagement. Prepared by Xergy Consulting and Moorefield Research and Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Mercier, C., K. Dayem, P. May-Ostendorp. 2018. Network Standby Power Basics: Factors Impacting Network Standby Power in Edge Devices. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the International Energy Agency 4E Standby Power Annex.

Dayem, K., E. Rubin. 2017. Response to the California Energy Commission’s Request for Proposals Phase 2 Pre-Rulemaking: Low Power Mode 17-AAEER-12. Prepared by Xergy Consulting and Energy Solutions on behalf of the California Investor-Owned Utilities.

May-Ostendorp, P., K. Dayem, J. Wagner. 2017. DC Power in Buildings: Separating the Hype from Reality. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier, P. May-Ostendorp. 2016. Load Disaggregation Technology and the Quest for Behind-the-Meter Insights. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for National Rural Electric Cooperatives Association.

Pantano, S., P. May-Ostendorp, K. Dayem. 2016. Demand DC: Accelerating the Introduction of DC Power in the Home. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for the Collaborative Labeling and Appliance Standards Program.

Pantano, S., P. May-Ostendorp, K. Dayem. 2016. Demand DC: Adoption Paths for DC Power Distribution in Homes. In ACEEE 2016 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings.

Older Projects

 

Mercier, C., K. Dayem, P. May-Ostendorp. 2016. Standby Power Before and After the 1-W Challenge. Prepared by Xergy Consulting for Natural Resources Canada.

May-Ostendorp, P., K. Dayem, C. Mercier, B. Cartwright. 2015. Network Connected Standby. Final report, Natural Resources Canada.

Porter, S., C. Mercier, P. May-Ostendorp, D. Denkenberger. 2014. Reviving the War of Currents – Opportunities to Save Energy with DC Distribution in Commercial Buildings. In 2014 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings.

Donnelly, C., K. Dayem. 2014. Innovations in Cost and Efficiency Analyses for Consumer Electronics: A Technical Analysis of Display Components and Features. In 2014 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings.

May-Ostendorp, P., Dayem, K., Swofford, J., Thomsen, D. Power Requirements for Functions. Final report, International Energy Agency 4E Standby Power Annex, September 2013.

May-Ostendorp, P., C. Mercier, K. Dayem. 2012. Smart Devices: Market, Benefits, and Barriers. Final report, Natural Resources Canada.

Dayem, K., E. Wanless. 2012. Increasing Load Management Opportunities with Advanced Metering Infrastructure. Prepared by Ecova for the Cooperative Research Network, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association.

Dayem, K., J. Swofford, C. Donnelly, C. Calwell, S. Foster Porter. 2012. Appliance Standards Program Support: Energy Savings and Opportunity Recommendations. Prepared by Ecova for Salt River Project.

Dayem, K., C. Mercier, L. Moorefield, C. Donnelly. 2011. An Analysis of Results and Opportunities of Plug Load Field Research Studies. Final report, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.

Mercier, C., L. Moorefield. 2011. Office Plug Loads: Energy Use and Savings Opportunities. Final report, California Energy Commission.

Dayem, K., P. Walters. 2011. Indicators and Displays: A Judicious Use of Light. Prepared by Ecos for the Australian Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, as part of the Asia-Pacific Partnership.

Lighthiser, E.. K. Dayem. 2011. Efficient Microprocessors: Scaling Power to Function. Prepared by Ecos for the Australian Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, as part of the Asia-Pacific Partnership.

May-Ostendorp, P., K. Dayem. 2011. Promising Technologies. Prepared by Ecos for the Australian Department of Climate Change and Energy Efficiency, as part of the Asia-Pacific Partnership.

Mercier, C., L. Mason, L. Moorefield. 2010. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Third party, Web-based Energy Use Portals and their Impact on Energy Efficiency Programs. Final report, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA).

Calwell, C., C. Mercier, S. Porter. 2010. Assessment of Options for Improving Energy Efficiency Test Procedures for Displays. Final report, Natural Resources Canada, NYSERDA and ENERGY STAR.

Mercier, C., S. Porter, L. Moorefield. 2009. Tapping into Plug Load Savings. Final report, California Energy Commission’s Public Interest Energy Research program.

Mercier, C., C. Calwell. S. Porter. 2009. Displays Market Assessment and Energy Use Estimate. Final report, NYSERDA.

Mercier, C., C. Billingsley, L. Moorefield. 2009. Emerging Technology Scoping Study on Smart Plug Strips. Final report, California Energy Commission’s Public Interest Energy Research program.