REGULATORY & PROTOCOLS
Regulatory Compliance & Protocols Integrations
Empower your devices and platforms with advanced energy protocols—OpenADR, IEEE 2030.5, OCPP, and more. We specialize in custom software solutions that unlock energy flexibility, ensure compliance, and accelerate your go-to-market.
Regulatory Compliance with Energy Standards & Protocols Implementation
At Codibly, we combine expertise in regulatory requirements with technical prowess in protocol implementation to help our clients achieve operational excellence and scalability. From IEEE 2030.5 to California Rule 21, we help you remain compliant, scalable, and future-ready.
Major Legislation for Energy Flexibility
Various regions around the world have frameworks requiring connected or DR-ready devices to support load management and grid stability. Below is a snapshot of key laws impacting product categories like smart thermostats, ACs, washers/dryers, pool pumps, EV chargers, and more.
United States
California Rule 21: Smart inverters/DERs must meet CPUC mandates (often via IEEE 2030.5).
Hawaii Rule 14H: Similar approach for inverters in Hawaii.
State Efficiency Laws: (e.g., CA Title 20/24) covering thermostats, washers/dryers, AC units, pool pumps, and more—often requiring connected features or scheduling.
Canada
NRCan Efficiency Regulations: Minimum standards for appliances (ACs, washers, etc.). Some provinces also tie DR or aggregator programs to these devices.
ENERGY STAR Canada: Voluntary label paralleling US, but recognized for rebates.
European Union & UK
CE4All/EU Ecodesign: Enforces efficiency & interoperability for appliances (fridges, washers, dishwashers, etc.).
14a in Germany: DSO-driven load management for EV chargers, heat pumps.
Ofgem/UK DSR: Requires DR-readiness in thermostats, HVAC, or washers for aggregator participation.
Asia-Pacific
Japan (METI-led DR): Aggregator-based DR for ACs, thermostats, washers, etc.
Australia (AS/NZS & State DR): Inverter standards (4777) plus aggregator-run load shifting for major appliances and EVSE.
Other Regions
New Zealand: Local DSOs/pilot aggregator programs with advanced device comms.
Ontario (Canada), Spain, China, etc.: Regional codes or pilot projects often require DR-ready appliances for large loads.
Key Energy-Efficiency Certifications
These certifications boost market credibility and often encourage connected or demand-response features—helping you meet both consumer expectations and local energy mandates.
Energy Star (US)
Voluntary yet influential. Recognized for appliances, HVAC, and EV chargers. Some categories require connected/DR capabilities.
EU Energy Label & Ecodesign
Mandatory in the EU. Devices earn efficiency grades (A+++ to D), while Ecodesign sets minimum performance standards.
Top Runner Program (Japan)
Sets high efficiency targets for appliances, pushing manufacturers toward advanced energy-saving (and increasingly, connected) features.
GEMS (Australia)
Greenhouse & Energy Minimum Standards apply to ACs, fridges, washers, etc. Some states also tie DR features to GEMS compliance.
ENERGY STAR Canada / NRCan
Canada mirrors many US Energy Star criteria. NRCan sets efficiency rules for broad appliance categories, including connected devices.
Other National Labels
China Energy Label (CEL), South Korea’s e-Standby, and more. While details vary, all promote lower consumption and can encourage connected functionalities.
Device Classes Requiring Connectivity
Energy legislation and efficiency standards often cover these devices—many of which require software features for remote control, data logging, or demand response integration.
Smart Thermostats
Often must support demand response signals (e.g., OpenADR) for grid or utility incentives.
Room Air Conditioners
Efficiency labeling may require scheduling or usage reporting; optional DR features in some markets.
Refrigerators
Smart fridges may track energy usage or respond to peak pricing signals in advanced DR programs.
Freezers
Similar to refrigerators—could require remote load shifting or data reporting to meet certain mandates.
Clothes Washers
Many energy-efficiency laws or DR programs want washers to delay cycles or shift loads off-peak.
Clothes Dryers
Smart dryers can reduce peak load or receive remote start/stop events from utilities or aggregator platforms.
Light Fixtures
Network-connected fixtures allow dimming or usage scheduling, often required for advanced efficiency labeling.
Dishwashers
Demand response programs or labeling laws sometimes require data logging or scheduling for dishwashers.
Pool Pumps
Some regions (e.g., CA) mandate load management or scheduling logic to curb peak consumption.
Electric Vehicle Chargers (AC-Output)
Often governed by OCPP standards or utility DR programs. Some states require advanced scheduling or usage reporting.
Ceiling Fans
Smart fans can be subject to labeling and occasional DR-based control in certain jurisdictions.
Commercial Ice Machines
Energy efficiency standards often require advanced cycle scheduling or remote load shedding to reduce peak usage.
Smart Inverters
Common in solar and battery storage systems, may require IEEE 2030.5 or similar protocols for grid interactivity.
Battery Management Systems (BMS)
Oversees battery packs in residential or commercial storage. Some markets demand scheduling or DR-based control logic.
Our Approach
We handle the technical heavy lifting—so you can focus on product innovation.
Discovery & Design
We review your product goals and relevant mandates, then propose tailored software solutions.
Custom Integration
Implement or adapt communication stacks (OpenADR, IEEE 2030.5, OCPP) to align with your backend or firmware.
Rigorous Testing
We simulate grid or aggregator conditions, ensuring reliability before any real-world rollout.
Deployment & Support
Containerized/cloud-ready deployment, plus optional maintenance to keep pace with evolving standards.
Who Benefits
From device manufacturers to large-scale aggregators.
OEMs
Integrate new DR or grid-interactive functions (e.g., EV chargers, inverters).
Aggregators / ESPs
Coordinate distributed assets with custom DR solutions that meet local program rules.
Utilities & DSOs
Optimize grid-level management through secure, scalable software integrations.
Commercial & Industrial
Meet regulatory standards for on-site energy assets while unlocking cost-saving DR programs.
Why Choose Us
Accelerate compliance and energy flexibility with a proven software partner.
Deep Protocol Expertise
We’ve delivered OpenADR, IEEE 2030.5, and other DR integrations for global clients.
Faster Time-to-Market
Dedicated domain specialists ensure rapid, reliable implementation—no internal bottlenecks.
Custom-Fit Solutions
No vendor lock-in—our code and architecture adapt to your existing systems.
End-to-End Support
From initial discovery to post-deployment updates, we stand by you every step of the way.
What our clients say
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Frequently Asked Questions
To interconnect smart inverters in these markets, compliance with the IEEE 2030.5 standard via the CSIP (Common Smart Inverter Profile) is mandatory. Without this certification, hardware cannot be legally deployed. We provide a pre-certified Client & Server Accelerator that ensures your hardware meets these requirements, removing the go-to-market blocker and securing market access in as little as 4–8 weeks.
Yes. We offer fully compliant accelerators for OpenADR 2.0b and are ready for OpenADR 3.0, covering both the VEN (Virtual End Node) for devices and the VTN (Virtual Top Node) for servers. This creates a standardized communication layer for utilities and aggregators to send load-shifting signals to distributed assets, ensuring interoperability with major DERMS platforms.
We bridge the gap between IT and OT (Operational Technology) by integrating modern protocols like OpenADR with legacy industrial standards like DNP3, IEC 61850, and OPC UA. This allows Utilities to manage modern Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) using their existing SCADA and ADMS (Advanced Distribution Management Systems) infrastructure, avoiding the need for a risky “rip and replace” of core grid control systems.
Internal builds often stall due to protocol complexity and the high risk of failing certification audits, which can delay product launches by over a year. Our solution uses “Pre-Certified” modules that are already validated by standards bodies like the OpenADR Alliance. This reduces audit risk to near zero and provides a predictable, fixed-cost path to compliance.
No. We offer a “Build vs. Buy” hybrid model that includes a one-time perpetual license and full codebase transfer. Unlike SaaS solutions that charge per-device fees, our model gives you complete ownership of the technology stack, allowing you to scale your fleet of inverters or thermostats without escalating operational costs.
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