Modern Climate Strategies works with industry leading developers of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)

VPPs are collections of decentralized power generation resources like solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, and other energy storage devices spread across different locations, working together as one unified system. By implementing a VPP, we can make the grid more efficient and reliable. There are several methods of creating VPPs like:

Aggregating distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar panels and wind turbines, attached to buildings and homes, in a specific geographic location.

Utilizing battery storage systems to store excess renewable energy during non-peak hours and feeding the grid with it during peak demand, thereby preventing electricity wastage and lowering utility costs.

Combining Internet of Things (IoT) devices that monitor energy consumption with software, allowing them to automatically reduce energy use during peak hours when the demand is high.

Advantages of Virtual Power Plants:

1. Reliability: By connecting different generating sources and storage systems, a VPP can balance out the fluctuation of renewable energy availability and power demand, ensuring more reliable electricity supply.
2. Cost-Effectiveness: VPPs can allow for more cost-effective use of energy for both consumers and utilities alike.
3. Environmental Benefits: By using renewable energy sources, VPPs can significantly reduce carbon emissions and help to create a more sustainable energy future.
4. Security: A distributed network of resources reduces the risk of power outages caused by natural disasters, cyber attacks, and system failures.
5. Creating virtual power plants can help us achieve more sustainable and reliable energy infrastructure, leading to a cleaner environment and a more resilient power grid.