DemandQ, Inc.
Wellesley, MA, United States
About
Founded in 2012, DemandQ, Inc. is a private headquartered in Wellesley, United States with approximately 50-200 employees specializing in Energy Storage.
DemandQ is a growth-stage technology company providing hyper-efficient demand and energy management solutions for commercial buildings. The company's core technology uses patented intelligent queuing to optimize HVAC and other loads, reducing peak demand 10-25% without operational impact or capital expenditure. Services include Intelligent Demand Optimization (IDO) for continuous peak reduction, Automated Demand Response (ADR) for demand response program participation, Price Mitigation for real-time energy market protection, DemandMaster for utility/aggregator DERMS and VPP management, and DR Max for California C&I demand response enrollment. All solutions deploy as software overlays on existing building automation systems with IPMVP-verified measurement and verification. The platform operates across all major US ISOs and has delivered over 4 million in verified savings, mitigated 175,000 kW of peak demand, and reduced 7,800+ metric tons of CO2 across retail, banking, telecommunications, restaurants, and institutional clients.
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Service areas (4)
Demand Charge Reduction
Demand Response Programs
Energy Market Price Protection
Virtual Power Plant Aggregation
Products (5)
Intelligent Demand Optimization (IDO)
Automated Demand Response (ADR)
Price Mitigation
DemandMaster
DR Max
Locations
Headquarters
888 Worcester Street, 02482, Wellesley, MA, United States
Service regions
Projects
6National Retail Chain Multi-Site Deployment
National Retailer 400-Site Energy Program
Telecommunications Network Optimization
Banking Institution Energy Efficiency Program
Quick-Serve Restaurant Chain Optimization
University EV Fleet Charging Optimization
Credentials & affiliations
Certifications
IPMVP Option C Measurement and Verification
SOC 2 Security Standards
CISR-Compliant Green Button API
Sustainability
7.8k
Tonnes CO₂/yr avoided
People
Management & team
Jerry
Leadership (Engineering Manager background, 25+ years experience)
Sital
Control Theory Expert
Greg
Systems Engineering Expert
Frequently asked questions
published by the companyWhat is the minimum facility size for DR Max?
Most demand response programs require a minimum of 100 kW of curtailable load. However, DR Max can aggregate smaller facilities to meet program thresholds. Book a 15-minute call and we'll walk through what your facility qualifies for.
Will demand response affect occupant comfort?
No. DR Max uses hyper efficient operations to make micro-adjustments to HVAC systems during grid events — typically 2-4°F pre-cooling followed by a brief setback. Most occupants never notice the change.
How many events happen per year?
California ELRP events typically occur 10–15 times during May–October, though actual frequency varies year to year with grid conditions. CBP events are scheduled monthly during the summer season. DR Max ensures your facility is enrolled in the right programs to maximize revenue.
How is the 10% take rate calculated?
Our take rate is a flat 10% of your gross demand response revenue. If your facility earns $10,000 in a program year, DR Max retains $1,000 and you keep $9,000. No hidden fees.
What makes DR Max different?
DR Max is built on a zero-touch hyper efficient platform that handles enrollment, curtailment, and settlement end to end. Once you decide to move forward, digital enrollment takes 15 minutes, building integration is software-only, and you keep 90% of your revenue with direct deposit payouts.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. DR Max operates on program-year terms aligned with utility and grid operator schedules. You can opt out at the end of any program year with no penalties.
Do I need to install any hardware?
No. DR Max integrates with your existing building systems via software-only hyperefficiency. There is no hardware to purchase, install, or maintain.
How is my facility data secured?
All data is encrypted in transit and at rest on AWS infrastructure. Our systems are aligned with SOC 2 security standards. Meter data access is CISR-compliant through Green Button API.
Can I participate in multiple programs?
Yes. DR Max identifies all eligible California programs for your facility and can stack revenue from multiple programs where allowed by the grid operator.
When do I get paid?
Payment timelines vary by program. Utility settlement (PG&E, SCE, or SDG&E) for ELRP and CBP programs typically lands 60–90 days after a dispatch event. All payments are deposited directly to your bank account.
I’m already with another aggregator. Can I switch?
Yes. Most aggregator contracts have annual renewal windows. DR Max can assess your current contract terms and help you transition at the right time. Switching to DR Max means keeping 90% of your demand response revenue.
What is DemandLab?
DemandLab is DemandQ's free educational knowledge base covering electricity demand, energy markets, utility billing, HVAC systems, and demand management strategies. Each article is written to help facility managers, energy buyers, and sustainability professionals make better decisions about commercial energy use.
