Whatever size your assets are, we’ll work with you on a solution that suits your business needs.
What is a virtual power plant?
A virtual power plant (VPP) is a network that links energy assets — like solar and battery storage, to operate as a unified system. This optimises how and when energy is used.
VPPs use algorithms and automated systems to work out when to store or sell energy. This means you can earn revenue for excess energy by releasing it to the grid during peak demand. There’s no minimum solar or battery capacity required for businesses to join.
How RACV’s Virtual Power Plant works
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Speak to our energy experts
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Get connected
We integrate your business’s energy assets into the network.
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We optimise your assets
Individual assets work together, through an automated system, to respond to market demands.
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Earn revenue for power
Your VPP instantly matches spare energy capacity with the highest value opportunities in the market.
Benefits of connecting to our VPP
Frequently asked questions
There is no requirement to already have solar and batteries system installed. RACV Commercial energy solutions offers a full end-to-end service from design and installation to VPP integration and operation.
You can also join RACV’s VPP if you do have an existing solar battery system, provided it meets the VPP’s monitoring and control requirements.
Please know, RACV’s VPP is open to all commercial and industrial businesses.
The amount you can save depends on various factors, including your energy consumption and the size of your solar and battery systems.
Our solar experts are happy to talk you through your revenue opportunities.
Your other assets such as heat pumps and flexible energy loads could potentially be integrated into the VPP, provided they can be monitored and controlled in line with the VPP’s orchestration requirements.
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