Texas, the ‘Wild West’ of grid services, lands a new VPA

Phoebe Skok | Source: PV Magazine | Posted 01/17/2025

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A new virtual power plant power purchase agreement program offered by Solrite and Sonnen may reinforce the Texas power grid and provide back-up renewable power at no additional cost to enrolled homeowners.

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Texan solar faces challenges, pushing retail-based buyback programs as the primary option. However, a new solution has emerged with Solrite Energy and sonnen launching a virtual power plant power purchase agreement in Texas. Under this program, eligible households get solar panels and Sonnen batteries with no upfront costs, linking to a VPP for managed energy distribution.

This innovative approach benefits both homeowners and the grid, offering cost-effective clean energy while providing grid services to improve reliability. The VPA has connected over 1,000 Texan homes, with plans to significantly expand installations in 2025, enhancing energy sustainability in Texas.

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