The Smart City
is here
Smart Cities are the perfect solution for electricity management within residential
estates. Create a “power ecosystem” by generating, storing and trading electricity all
within the estate. Keep the core safety infrastructure running when the power is
down and have the lights on in every home. Read more about the amazing benefits below.
POWER TO THE CORE
Wouldn’t you agree that an estate should feel like a small elite city? The core of these cities would be the entrance, security and of course, streetlights. Just driving in a pitch-black street puts you on high alert. These are just some of the core features of an estate that can be managed through a centralised electricity management system and separate your estate from the rest. Offer residents something to be proud of, and they are more likely to stand with you.
HERE, EVERYBODY WINS
A centralised energy management system allows residents to trade electricity between each other. Those with excess electricity can now sell the electricity (WIN) to those without electricity (WIN). And thirdly, the overseer of the Smart City in the form of a percentage of the traded value (WIN). Smart Cities are truly the new standard for residential estates.
VARIABLE RATES
Do you want to sell electricity at different rates, depending on the time and day?
Now, you can. This is the genius of the Smart City. Electricity rates are determined by the estate and residents and sold on a willingness to pay basis. Variable rates can be established based on time of day, availability of the grid and source.
UNSURE ABOUT ANYTHING?
Frequently Asked Questions
How are the electricity rates determined?
This will happen in your board or trustee meeting. The rates will be determined on a willingness to pay basis.
How are the electricity rates determined?
How are monthly bills generated?
Must every unit be connected on the micro grid of the Smart City?
No. The owner of the Smart City can determine the minimum number units. Units can also be added in future to expand the Smart City.
Is there a size limit to a Smart City?
Absolutely not, we can power the entire South Africa with our technology.
What if some houses already have solar power systems?
Nothing to worry about. These users will be able to sell electricity to others without any restrictions. The Smart City is designed for multiple owners of electricity generation components like PV panels and generators, as well as storage components like batteries.