Cloud-based grid-edge technology company Virtual Peaker has announced a strategic partnership with FranklinWH Energy Storage that will lessen the strain of peak loads on the grid.
The integration combines Virtual Peaker’s grid-edge distributed energy resource management systems (DERMS) software with FranklinWH’s Home Power solutions.
The partnership will enable enhanced load flexibility, with utilities having the power to utilize advanced battery storage capabilities to manage and reduce peak loads, which will result in operational efficiencies and cost savings.
The battery storage will enhance the dynamic management and balancing of energy flows within VPPs, enabling them to better adapt to grid conditions and market opportunities. Additionally, consumers who own batteries will be able to lower their overall ownership and energy costs through demand response and Time of Use (TOU) programs.
The integration is currently deployed with two utilities with more programs scheduled for the future.
“Virtual Peaker is committed to driving innovation in the energy sector, and our partnership with FranklinWH represents another step forward in achieving our vision,” said Colin Lamb, VP of Delivery at Virtual Peaker in a statement. “By integrating our DERMS with FranklinWH’s leading battery storage technology, we offer utilities a powerful tool to enhance grid reliability and support their sustainability goals.”
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