The lights go out in the street. Your fridge hums on. The modem’s lights blink calmly. That’s the promise of a well‑set battery, and a VPP doesn’t change it — it formalises it. The first job is to define “essential”. For most homes, that’s lighting in key rooms, refrigeration, internet, and a few carefully chosen […]
The old solar story is straightforward: export during the day and collect your feed‑in tariff. The new story adds nuance. When everyone exports at midday, prices sag. When everyone needs electricity at dinner, prices soar. A VPP is built for that second moment. This isn’t a moral crusade against FITs. They’re useful. But they’re not […]
As Australia strives to meet its ambitious renewable energy targets, Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) are emerging as a game-changing solution in the nation’s energy landscape. With recent regulatory reforms, government backed initiatives and growing consumer interest, VPPs are set to play a pivotal role in modernizing Australia’s electricity grid and accelerating the transition to clean […]