In this episode, Sean White talks with Seth Frader-Thompson, President of EnergyHub, about virtual power plants (VPPs) and the future of distributed energy. They discuss what VPPs are, how they work, and their potential to transform the electric grid by pooling together devices like batteries, electric vehicles, and smart thermostats. Seth explains the role of EnergyHub in enabling utilities and customers to participate in VPPs, shares real-world examples of customer savings, and explores the growing impact of electric vehicles and bidirectional charging. The conversation also covers the challenges and opportunities of integrating new technology, the importance of software and APIs, and tips for homeowners and installers interested in joining VPP programs. Topics covered: VPP = Virtual Power Plant How VPPs work and their benefits for the grid Bitcoin Mining DERMS = Distributed Energy Resource Management System Customer participation and incentives in VPP programs Connected Solutions API = Application Programming Interface V2G = Vehicle to Grid V2H = Vehicle to House V2X = Vehicle to Everything Interconnection challenges and grid modernization EnergyHub’s platform EVSE = Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Tips for homeowners and installers on joining VPPs The evolving role of inverters and smart devices Reach out EnergyHub and Seth Frader-Thompson here: Website: www.energyhub.com Seth’s LinkedIn Account: www.linkedin.com/in/frader Learn more at www.solarSEAN.com and be sure to get NABCEP certified by taking Sean’s classes at www.heatspring.com/sean www.solarsean.com/ess
