Virtual Power Plants pull together many small components—like rooftop solar, home batteries, and smart thermostats—into a single coordinated power system. The system responds to grid needs on demand, whether by making stored energy available or reducing energy consumption by smart devices during peak hours. They are on the rise to meet the energy demands of the future.
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Electricity demands are growing, putting pressure on the US electric grid. Will virtual power plants be the future of energy distribution?