How to leverage virtual power plants for a better grid
A panel at RE+ Northeast 2025 discussed ways to maximize the value of virtual power plants so everyone on the grid wins.
Despite innovative action in microgrid policies, states have a long way to go
A new report by Think Microgrid says most states are doing an insufficient job at deploying microgrids despite developing microgrid roadmaps.
Most states are doing a less than stellar job at deploying microgrids
A recent report by Think Microgrid recommends that legislators or utilities develop a microgrid roadmap to guide the coordinated efforts between utility commissions, energy offices, and stakeholders.
California utility announces launch of distributed energy management system
PG&E will coordinate resources like rooftop solar, electric vehicles and energy storage in partnership with Schneider Electric.
Sunrun partners with startup to manage virtual power plants
The rooftop solar and battery energy storage provider selected Lunar Energy as VPP manager across the United States. The startup will also be launching its own battery in the coming months.
Swell Energy raises $120 million to expand deployment of virtual power plants
The funding will support existing VPP development and the deployment of an additional 200 MWh of contracted capacity.
Q Cells partners with KSI for solar and storage project development and financing
Q Cells’ Grid Equity financing product will be offered for select battery energy storage systems (BESS).
Yotta Energy pushes the smart grid closer to rooftop solar panels
The company’s software suite has grown to standardize integrated features including the ability to dispatch electricity.
Hurricane-resistant solar and energy storage microgrid to be built in Puerto Rico
The Enel X-constructed microgrid will power project partner Eaton’s manufacturing operations.
U.S. consortium to unify grid-forming inverter research
A Department of Energy (DOE) $25 million investment has formed a consortium, led by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) that will streamline research of grid-forming inverters.
