A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is a modern energy concept that connects various distributed energy resources, such as solar panels, and batteries, into a single intelligent network. Think of it as a virtual power station that optimizes the generation, consumption, and storage of electricity across multiple sources and locations. By utilizing advanced platform and communication technologies, a VPP enables efficient coordination and management of these resources, allowing them to act as a unified entity, capable of responding to grid demands and market conditions. Essentially, a VPP harnesses the flexibility and diversity of distributed energy resources to enhance grid stability, increase renewable energy integration, and provide benefits to both energy consumers and the overall electricity system.
The duck curve shows the daily pattern of electricity supply and demand. It looks like a duck because it starts use electric power low in the morning, rises during the day due to solar power, and drops sharply in the evening. It highlights the challenge of balancing solar power generation and evening demand, requiring solutions like energy storage to smooth out the curve and ensure a stable electricity supply.
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