Energy in Action! — virtual power plants

A microgrid is a small scale electricity grid that can operate independently from the main power grid. It is typically used to provide power to a small community or a single building, and it can incorporate a variety of different energy sources, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and fossil fuel generators.  It can utilize battery storage to add to the Microgrid’s resiliency. There are several different types of microgrids each with its own unique characteristics and applications.One type of microgrid is the stand alone microgrid which is not connected to the main power grid. These systems are often used...

A virtual power plant, also known as a VPP, a system that uses a network of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage systems to generate and manage electricity. Unlike a traditional power plant that relies on a central source of generation, a VPP is decentralized and can be located at multiple sites across a grid. One of the key benefits of a VPP is its ability to provide flexibility and reliability to the power grid. Because the generation and storage of electricity is distributed across multiple sites, a VPP can quickly adjust to...