In this episode, Sean White talks with Seth Frader-Thompson, President of EnergyHub, about virtual power plants (VPPs) and the future of distributed energy. They discuss what VPPs are, how they work, and their potential to transform the electric grid by pooling together devices like batteries, electric vehicles, and smart thermostats. Seth explains the role of EnergyHub in enabling utilities and customers to participate in VPPs, shares real-world examples of customer savings, and explores the growing impact of electric vehicles and bidirectional charging. The conversation also covers the challenges and opportunities of integrating new technology, the importance of software and APIs, and tips for homeowners and installers interested in joining VPP programs.

 

Topics covered:

VPP = Virtual Power Plant

How VPPs work and their benefits for the grid

Bitcoin Mining

DERMS = Distributed Energy Resource Management System

Customer participation and incentives in VPP programs

Connected Solutions

API = Application Programming Interface

V2G = Vehicle to Grid

V2H = Vehicle to House

V2X = Vehicle to Everything

Interconnection challenges and grid modernization

EnergyHub’s platform

EVSE = Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment

Tips for homeowners and installers on joining VPPs

The evolving role of inverters and smart devices

 

Reach out EnergyHub and Seth Frader-Thompson here:

Website: www.energyhub.com

Seth’s LinkedIn Account: www.linkedin.com/in/frader

 

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