What makes a virtual power plant (VPP) different from a conventional power plant? VPPs don’t burn fuel. They’re not located in a single place. And in some ways, they don’t even really create energy. Using powerful software that can connect far-flung energy sources, VPPs are affordable and reliable enough to replace traditional, polluting energy sources. VPPs represent the future of energy. Get to know them better here.
How the environment and the public will benefit from virtual power plants
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