WillowWatt Capstone 2025

About Our Project

WillowWatt is partnering with Willow to revolutionize energy management in buildings through advanced AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Optimization techniques. Buildings in the US consume 76% of all electricity and contribute 40% of total CO2 emissions, making energy efficiency a critical challenge. Our capstone project focuses on co-optimizing buildings and assets to maximize energy and operational efficiencies while minimizing costs and environmental impact. By leveraging Willow's cutting-edge digital twin technology and real-time data, we aim to create a solution that dynamically optimizes energy usage across hundreds of facilities and assets. This includes optimizing battery and EV charging schedules, integrating local solar generation, and identifying energy flexibility in building loads. Our goal is to reduce energy costs, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and enhance energy resilience, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future.

Meet the Team

Ayla Tudor
Team Lead/Developer
Luke Bowen
Recorder/Developer
Elliott Kinsley
Architect/Developer
Jeevana Swaroop Kalapala
Mentor

Project Sponsor

OP Ravi - Director of Energy Transformation, Willow

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