SolarEdge, a global leader in smart energy technology, has announced the launch of its first virtual power plant (VPP) in the UK. The VPP will be used to support grid stability and provide renewable energy to customers in the region.
The VPP is a network of distributed energy resources (DERs) that are connected to the grid and managed by SolarEdge’s cloud-based platform. The platform enables the VPP to respond to grid signals and optimize the output of the DERs in order to provide grid services such as frequency regulation, peak shaving, and demand response.
SolarEdge’s VPP is powered by its advanced inverter technology, which allows for the efficient integration of solar PV, energy storage, and other DERs into the grid. The company’s technology also provides customers with real-time monitoring and control of their energy systems, allowing them to maximize their energy savings and reduce their carbon footprint.
The launch of SolarEdge’s VPP in the UK marks a major milestone for the company, as it is the first VPP of its kind in the region. The VPP is expected to help reduce the cost of energy for customers while also providing a reliable source of renewable energy.
SolarEdge’s VPP is part of a larger effort by the company to promote the adoption of renewable energy sources and support grid stability. The company has already launched similar projects in other countries, including Australia, Germany, and the United States.
“We are proud to be launching our first virtual power plant in the UK,” said Lior Handelsman, SolarEdge’s founder and VP of marketing and product strategy. “This project is an important step forward in our mission to make renewable energy more accessible and reliable for everyone.”
SolarEdge’s VPP is expected to be operational by the end of 2021. The company plans to expand its VPP network in the UK and other countries in the near future.
