Heads Explode As Virtual Power Plants Meet Self-Defending Grids
THIS REPORT WAS ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED ON cleantechnica.com ON 21st February 2025.Heads Explode As Virtual Power Plants Meet Self-Defending Grids.
Virtual Power Plants & Grid Resilience
Virtual power plants (VPPs) reduce reliance on gas power by shifting energy use and integrating solar and battery storage. They prevent blackouts, lower bills, and support grid stability.
MIT’s Self-Defending Grid
MIT’s EUREICA system uses IoT-connected devices to counter power failures and cyberattacks, adjusting energy use in real time while compensating participants.
Building Electrification & Local Markets
VPPs and EUREICA enable microgrids where homes share energy, enhancing grid resilience and accelerating the shift to all-electric buildings.
The Future of Energy Security
Companies like Sunnova, backed by the U.S. Energy Department, are expanding VPPs, offering homeowners new ways to profit while strengthening the grid.
