The Association for Demand Response & Smart Grid (ADS) is a nonprofit organization that aims to establish and grow a demand response community of policymakers, utilities, system operators, technology companies, consumers, and other stakeholders. Originally formed in 2004 as the Demand Response Coordinating Committee (DRCC), ADS consists of professionals and organizations involved in demand response and smart grid. ADS provides a range of services to assist its members in their work and the achievement of their personal, corporate, and governmental objectives.

These services include access to advisory council events, webinars, town meetings, and interviews covering a variety of topics related to demand response and smart grid. Additionally, ADS offers reports, case studies, and research on these subjects from both government and non-profit sources. Joining ADS allows members to tap into a network of industry professionals and gain valuable insights into the latest developments and best practices in demand response and smart grid