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NRG Energy Reports 2025 Customer Savings Through Responsive Economic Dispatch Program
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NRG Energy, Inc. today announced that its Responsive Economic Dispatch (RED) Program delivered nearly $5 million in total savings to participating business customers in 2025.
"The innovative program empowers commercial and industrial customers to reduce or shift their energy use during periods of peak demand. In turn, customers can receive financial rewards for their flexibility while supporting grid reliability and sustainability. By supporting the grid during periods of peak demand, the RED Program can help everyday customers manage their budget outcomes and promote a more balanced distribution of resources across regions," NRG said
"Participating customers get paid by NRG for reducing load during peak hours. Periods of peak demand can occur in any season, and NRG provides opportunities to participate in RED outside of summer. This year’s total savings reflects increased participation and performance across a wide range of industries, including manufacturing, healthcare, municipalities, retail, and education, demonstrating growing awareness and impact of demand-side energy management," NRG said
NRG said that 2025 Program Highlights include:
• Total Business Customer Savings: Over $4.9 million
• Total Peak Events Managed: 8 RED events through 2025
• Program Growth: Total savings more than doubled year-over-year
NRG's website lists the Responsive Economic Dispatch program as available in
Texas (ERCOT), New England (ISO-NE), and California (CAISO)
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February 10, 2026
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