iFLEX is actively involved in cluster activities with its sister projects, funded under the same call and topic. The main focus of the collaboration is user and stakeholder engagement in Demand responseDemand Response Intentional change of normal consumption patterns by energy consumers in response to external price signals (implicit DR) or incentives to reduce or increase consumption (explicit DR). Both operations can be automated., where the projects discuss strategies and experiences in order to learn from each other and share the results to a wider audience.
Several activities are jointly organised, including participation in the Sustainable Places conference and publication of papers.
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