Presented by Jess Burgess

In-person, LIVE Instructor-Led Training Course

Date: Monday, August 31, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET

Instructor: Jess Burgess

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal (1255 Rue Jeanne-Mance, Montréal, QC H5B 1E5, Canada)

Earnable CEUs: 0.4

Earnable PDHs: 4

Fee: $625 CAD for members, $750 CAD for non-members

Please note: Registration fees and membership points are charged per participant. Each individual attending must register separately. This is required for IACET compliance to ensure we can accurately track attendance, award CEUs, and provide course materials.

*To register with Group Member Points, email elearning@aesp.org

Course Description:

The Demand Side Management Fundamentals workshop provides AESP members and energy professionals with a practical introduction to the key concepts, approaches, and processes used to develop successful Demand Side Management (DSM) programs.

Designed for individuals seeking a foundational understanding of DSM, this half-day workshop establishes a common understanding of DSM and its role in achieving energy savings, managing demand, improving system reliability, and supporting broader energy and environmental objectives. Based on CIET’s comprehensive two-day DSM course, the session introduces participants to the fundamentals of DSM program design, implementation, and evaluation while exploring common program types and industry practices.

Through practical examples and real-world case studies, participants will gain insight into how DSM programs are structured, delivered, and assessed across the utility and energy sectors. The workshop is designed to provide a concise, high-level overview of the DSM program lifecycle and the key considerations involved in developing effective DSM initiatives.

Key Topics 

• Understanding demand side management: energy efficiency, demand response, electrification, and non-wires alternatives.
• DSM Measures and Program Types.
• Fundamentals of DSM Program Design.
• Evaluation and continuous improvement.

You’ll leave this session able to:

• Explain the purpose and role of DSM programs.
• Understand the differences between energy efficiency, demand response, non-wires alternatives and electrification.
• Describe the key steps involved in DSM program design.
• Get the most from program evaluation as a continuous improvement mechanism.

*You’ll earn 0.4 CEUs for this course by attending the full session and passing the final quiz with a score of 70% or higher.

*We want everyone to feel welcome and supported. If you need any ADA accommodations, just let us know — we’re happy to help. Email us at elearning@aesp.org.

 Cancellations received no later than 14 days prior to the training date will receive a refund, minus a 5% processing fee if paid with a credit card. Cancellations received after the cutoff date and no-shows will not receive a refund (cash or points). AESP reserves the right to cancel a training course at any time with reasonable notice given to all participants.

AESP is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). AESP complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard, which is recognized internationally as a standard of excellence in instructional practices. As a result of this accreditation, AESP is authorized to issue the IACET CEU. AESP instructors disclose in advance that they have no interest in any product, service, or material discussed during the course. This information is stated orally and in the training course handbook.