Smart Appliance EU Project

Smart-A is an EU project with 9 partners from 4 EU countries, including University of Manchester.  The aim is to examine if it possible for smart appliances to adapt their operation to variations in energy supply.  For example, domestic appliances can offer a range of options for load-shifting, including delaying the start of washing or dishwashing cycles or the use of refrigerators and freezers for temporarily storing energy.  For more information visit the Smart-A website.