The energy grid is one massive real-time system. The grid needs to balance supply of and demand for electricity at all times. This balance is difficult to maintain, and becoming more complex as we increase the amount of renewables on the grid.
Virtual power plants (VPPs) are an emerging resource for energy grids to help balance the system. VPPs are networks of distributed energy resources, such as solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and hot water heaters, that are linked together through software and dispatched as a single resources to support the grid. They basically act as one big community-owned power plant!
VPP networks are like maestros, using software to control and manage their symphony of distributed energy resources. By coordinating these resources, a VPP can optimize energy production and storage, ensuring all the instruments play together in perfect harmony.
VPPs can provide valuable services to the grid like load balancing and frequency regulation. By intelligently managing distributed energy resources, VPPs can help maintain the stability of the grid, especially during times of high demand or when renewable energy production varies due to weather conditions. This means a more resilient and efficient energy system for everyone!
All distributed energy resources deployed through Daylight are connected to our VPP by default, acting as one large decentralized energy network to support the grid and build value for the entire network.