Power System Information Transparency for Households in Lëtzebuerg (LetzPower!)

The project at a glance

Start date:

01 Jan 2024
Duration in months:

24
Funding:

Enovos foundation / Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR)
Principal Investigator(s):

Gilbert FRIDGEN

Raphaël FRANK

About

In the pursuit of decarbonising Luxembourg’s energy system, the active involvement of consumers is pivotal. This engagement is fuelled by a growing interest among households in protecting the environment and reducing energy costs. However, the journey towards sustainable energy practices is fraught with complexities, such as dynamic electricity tariffs, which present challenges to individuals that should not be underestimated. Recognising this challenge, information systems play a crucial role in equipping consumers with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate this intricate landscape. LetzPower! is at the forefront of this effort, pioneering the development of an application set to transform the way consumers engage with energy data in Luxembourg. The app not only aggregates essential energy data — such as dynamic prices and emission factors on an hourly basis — but also distils this information into a user-friendly format, enabling consumers to make informed decisions in real time. Armed with insights from LetzPower!, households can strategically adjust their energy use, for example by delaying appliance operation to coincide with periods of heightened wind energy generation, thereby optimising their consumption and reducing their carbon footprint. By empowering consumers to actively engage with energy data, LetzPower! drives a paradigm shift in the energy landscape. Residential consumers become active participants in the push towards a more sustainable future for the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, characterised by greater flexibility and efficiency in consumption. Furthermore, by fostering more sustainable electricity consumption behaviour in the residential sector alongside dynamic tariffs, system operators are better positioned to manage grid dynamics and allocate resources effectively. Retailers, in turn, benefit from a more informed and engaged customer base, strengthening customer relationships and enhancing energy purchasing stability. In essence, LetzPower!’s information system heralds a new era of consumer empowerment. By bridging the gap between intention and action, it paves the way for a more sustainable and resilient energy future for Luxembourg — and beyond.

Organisation and Partners

Digital Financial Services and Cross-Organisational Digital Transformations Research Group (FINATRAX)
Interdisciplinary Centre for Security, Reliability and Trust (SnT)
Ubiquitous and Intelligent Systems (UBIX)