Behind-the-meter optimization

Refined electricity price data for DER optimization

Convert your kWh impact into dollars, cents, and CO2e.

WattShift transforms raw data from utility tariffs, solar export tariffs, demand response programs, wholesale markets, and carbon intensity into a unified, actionable behind-the-meter price signal.

Our solutions

Optimize energy usage and demonstrate value with our comprehensive price signal aggregation and impact modeling

Unified Optimization Signal

Our software aggregates data from multiple grid incentive programs into a single, weighted price indicator. Ideal for optimizing thermostats, solar + batteries, EVs, and other DER schedules to minimize bills, maximize grid services revenue, and reduce carbon emissions.

Key Use Cases

Solar + Battery:Optimize charge and discharge times for maximum savings.
Smart Thermostats:Identify when electricity is cheap and clean versus expensive and dirty.
EV Charging:Ensure EVs charge at optimal times for cost and grid benefits.

Impact Calculations

Show customers the value of your offering in dollars and cents. Ideal for modeling multiple device configuration scenarios and understanding impacts on electric bills, carbon emissions, and grid services revenue.

Key Use Cases

Solar + Battery ROI:Demonstrate the value of a solar + battery system even under complex export tariffs (NEM3.0, VDER, etc.).
Device Savings:Estimate dollars and lbs saved from your device's smart operation with confidence.
Tariff Optimization:Discover savings opportunities from tariff switching.
EV Cost Analysis:Understand the marginal cost of every EV charging session.

How it works

WattShift aggregates 5 grid incentive categories into a single, actionable optimization signal following California's duck curve patterns

Utility Tariffs

Complex rate structures simplified

EElec_zA_22.json
{ tiers:[0.12,0.28,0.35...],
"schedule":[0,0,0,0,0,0,1,1...]}
off peak$0.28/kWh

Wholesale Prices

Real-time market signals

Energy$45/MWh
Capacity$8.5/kW-mo

Solar Export Rates

Net metering & export values

Export Rate8.2¢/kWh
Net Grid FlowIMPORT 4.2kW
Tariff RateExport Rate
NEM 3.0 • Tariff Active

Demand Response

Grid service opportunities

DR Event
STANDBY MODE
No event today

Carbon Intensity

Environmental impact pricing

CO₂ Intensity200 lbs/MWh
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Unified Price Signal

$0.507/kWh
Wholesale: $0.045 • Tariff: $0.340
Solar: $0.082 • DR: $0.00 • Carbon: $0.0400
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This unified price signal powers both of our core solutions:

Solution 1: Real-Time Device Optimization

Our unified price signal guides intelligent device scheduling in real-time, optimizing thermostats, solar + batteries, EVs, and other DER for maximum savings and grid benefits.

From Price Signal to Valuable Optimizations

Watch how WattShift's price signals guide intelligent device scheduling in real-time, transforming device behavior into measurable savings and grid benefits across the full 24-hour cycle

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Optimized Device Schedule & Control

Smart HVAC Temperature Control

Pre-conditioning during cheap hours, setback during peak demand

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Outdoor
Baseline
Optimized
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Energy Usage Patterns

Baseline vs optimized consumption

8kW4kW0kW$1.46$0.73$0.00
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Baseline Usage
Optimized Usage
Price Signal
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Value Creation

Real-time economic impact

Current Hour Impact
+$0.74
Saving
$0.00
Grid Revenue
1.3
lbs CO₂
Daily Progress
+$0.00
Net Savings
$0.00
Grid Revenue
0.0 lbs
CO₂ Avoided
$0.00
Total Economic Value Today
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Monthly Projection

$89
Bill Savings
$18
Grid Revenue
184
lbs CO₂ Avoided
$107
Total Monthly Value

Flexible Counterfactual Calculator

Compare base case vs optimized scenarios across different energy system decisions. Choose between Site Design mode (annual ROI analysis) and Operational mode (daily session optimization).

Progressive Energy System Optimization

Each scenario builds on the previous optimization, showing payback times for incremental investments from basic homes to fully optimized smart homes

Optimized Case

Investment Analysis

Smart Rate Plan + Controls

Base Case

Basic home configuration

Electric Bill$285/mo
Gas Bill$85/mo
Grid Revenue+$0/mo
Net Cost$370/mo

Optimized Case

With improvements applied

Electric Bill$265/mo
Gas Bill$85/mo
Grid Revenue+$0/mo
Net Cost$350/mo

Impact Summary

$240
Annual Savings
360
lbs CO₂ Reduced /year
$500
Upfront Investment
2.1
Payback Years
Payback Time: 2.1 years
Based on $240 annual savings on $500 investment

Ready to model your specific scenario?

Get detailed ROI calculations with real utility rates and incentives for customer proposals and investment decisions.

Ready to see your savings potential?

Use our partner portal to calculate potential savings for your customers and explore integration opportunities.

Partner Portal Access

  • Savings calculator for customer demos
  • API documentation and testing tools
  • Integration support and resources
  • Real-time pricing data samples

Free access • No credit card required

Ready to transform your energy strategy?

Start optimizing your energy consumption, reducing costs, and contributing to a greener planet with WattShift's innovative solutions.