NRG, Renew Home & Google Cloud Announce Partnership Aiming For 1 GW VPP In Texas

Paul Ring | Source: Energy Choice Matters | Posted 11/08/2024

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NRG Energy Inc. today announced that it is partnering with Renew Home, a virtual power plant (VPP) company, to boost its residential VPP capabilities in Texas


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NRG Energy Inc. has announced a partnership with Renew Home to enhance its residential virtual power plant (VPP) capabilities in Texas. The collaboration aims to distribute smart thermostats and create a 1 GW AI-powered VPP, supported by Google Cloud technology, to improve grid resiliency and help manage energy costs.

NRG, along with Renew Home, plans to provide Vivint and Nest smart thermostats, with professional installation at no cost to eligible customers within NRG’s retail electricity providers. The VPP program is expected to expand to include batteries and electric vehicles over time, with a rollout planned for Texas customers in spring 2025. Additionally, NRG will undergo a technology transformation with Google Cloud to leverage data, analytics, and AI for enhanced operational efficiency and customer experience.



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