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EnergyHub Receives CEC Grant to Support Expansion of Virtual Power Plants in California

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onsdag, juni 12, 2024

EnergyHub, a leading provider of Edge DERMS, was awarded a California Energy Commission (CEC) grant to advance the enrollment of multiple types of distributed energy resources (DERs), including thermostats, electric vehicles (EVs), and batteries, in virtual power plants (VPPs).

Key Points: 
  • EnergyHub, a leading provider of Edge DERMS, was awarded a California Energy Commission (CEC) grant to advance the enrollment of multiple types of distributed energy resources (DERs), including thermostats, electric vehicles (EVs), and batteries, in virtual power plants (VPPs).
  • The grant funding will accelerate California’s progress toward the state’s 100% renewable energy goal and help address severe resource adequacy constraints.
  • This will help deliver a reliable, increasingly decarbonized grid in California and accelerate the CEC’s progress toward 100% renewable power in the state.
  • Additionally, the grant expands the opportunity for California residents to enroll connected devices in VPPs, even if their utility does not offer such programs.

Google names Verizon a Gold Verified Peering Provider for optimized connectivity to cloud apps

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måndag, juni 3, 2024

NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business and Google have announced that Verizon has been named a Gold Verified Peering Provider, the highest designation assigned to internet service providers (ISPs) who can provide connectivity to Google services.

Key Points: 
  • What you need to know:
    As a Verified Peering Provider (VPP), Verizon can offer its unmatched broadband networking services to Google customers for simplified, optimized connectivity to Google applications such as Google Workspace, Google Cloud, or Google APIs
    VPP is an alternative to Direct Peering.
  • NEW YORK, June 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon Business and Google have announced that Verizon has been named a Gold Verified Peering Provider, the highest designation assigned to internet service providers (ISPs) who can provide connectivity to Google services.
  • As a Google Verified Peering Provider (VPP), Verizon can offer its Internet services to Google customers who want simplified, highly reliable connectivity to Google services and applications such as Google Workspace, Google Cloud, and Google APIs.
  • We’re proud to offer Google customers our unmatched broadband capabilities as a Gold Verified Peering Provider,” said Kyle Malady, CEO, Verizon Business.

Metasphere Labs Appoints Dustin Muscato as Advisor for Carbon Credit Protocol Initiative

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torsdag, maj 30, 2024

"We are thrilled to have Mr. Muscato join our team as an advisor," said Natasha Ingram, CEO of Metasphere.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to have Mr. Muscato join our team as an advisor," said Natasha Ingram, CEO of Metasphere.
  • "I am excited to join Metasphere as an advisor on this innovative project," said Dustin Muscato.
  • Metasphere continues to position itself at the forefront of the energy transition with its new blockchain-based carbon credit protocol, designed to quantify and monetize the carbon reduction potential of large-scale battery storage systems.
  • Metasphere intends to submit its protocol to the Web3-based Pure Sky carbon credit registry.

Leap and SWTCH Energy Launch New Virtual Power Plant Solutions for Multi-Tenant EV Charging Infrastructure

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torsdag, maj 30, 2024

Leap , the leading virtual power plant (VPP) platform, and SWTCH Energy (SWTCH), a company pioneering electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for multi-tenant buildings across North America, today announced a partnership to deploy VPPs in New York and Massachusetts.

Key Points: 
  • Leap , the leading virtual power plant (VPP) platform, and SWTCH Energy (SWTCH), a company pioneering electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for multi-tenant buildings across North America, today announced a partnership to deploy VPPs in New York and Massachusetts.
  • Through Leap’s automated, software-only solution, SWTCH will integrate its EV charging network into new demand response and other grid services revenue streams.
  • “In collaboration with Leap, we’re tapping into the incredible potential of multi-tenant EV chargers to serve as paid flexible resources for the grid,” said Samuel Bordenave, CFO at SWTCH.
  • SWTCH recently announced $27.2M in Series B Funding to scale its charger deployments across North America and advance its market-leading EV charging solutions, including SWTCH Control .

Torus Signs 26 MWh Energy Storage Deal With Gardner Group

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onsdag, maj 29, 2024

Torus, a leader in sustainable energy storage solutions, today announced a landmark deal with Gardner Group to provide nearly 26 megawatt hours (MWh) of energy storage capacity across a portion of Gardner Group's commercial real estate portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • Torus, a leader in sustainable energy storage solutions, today announced a landmark deal with Gardner Group to provide nearly 26 megawatt hours (MWh) of energy storage capacity across a portion of Gardner Group's commercial real estate portfolio.
  • Under the agreement, Torus will install its innovative Torus Station energy storage and management systems at multiple Gardner Group properties.
  • The Torus Stations will integrate advanced battery and flywheel energy storage systems (BESS + FESS) with Torus' proprietary software platform, enabling intelligent energy management, demand response capabilities, and seamless integration with renewable energy sources and EV charging infrastructure.
  • "At Gardner Group, we are committed to adopting innovative solutions that drive sustainability and operational efficiency," said Christian Gardner, CEO of Gardner Group.

Voltus and Resideo Launch New Residential Thermostat Virtual Power Plants in PJM ComEd and NYISO PSEG-LI Territories

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tisdag, maj 14, 2024

U.S. electricity demand is expected to reach record highs, growing by 4.1 trillion kWh by 2025 (EEI 2023).

Key Points: 
  • U.S. electricity demand is expected to reach record highs, growing by 4.1 trillion kWh by 2025 (EEI 2023).
  • VPPs offer a reliable, sustainable, and cost-effective solution to grid operators to help meet this growing demand.
  • According to the Department of Energy (DOE) Liftoff Report (Sept. 2023) , tripling VPP capacity could address 10-20% of this growing peak demand.
  • Resideo Grid Services will then intelligently manage the comfort settings of enrolled homes across the ComEd and PSEG-LI territories to seamlessly deliver energy-efficiency savings while keeping homes comfortable.

Denodo Redoubles Focus on Energy and Utilities

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onsdag, maj 22, 2024

This provides energy and utility companies with the foundation to overcome myriad known and unknown challenges.

Key Points: 
  • This provides energy and utility companies with the foundation to overcome myriad known and unknown challenges.
  • The Denodo Platform enables such capabilities as continuous monitoring and control, and makes it possible for VPP operators to make fast, informed decisions in response to changes in energy demand, pricing, and environmental conditions.
  • By enabling such capabilities, the Denodo Platform provides energy and utility companies with a reliable foundation for innovation.
  • The Denodo Platform facilitates the development of intelligent operations and VPPs through diverse capabilities, including distributed energy resource management, predictive analytics for maintenance, and optimization of energy assets.

Dental 3D Printing Equipment, Technology, Application Industry research 2024-2029 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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tisdag, maj 14, 2024

Also global leaders in dental 3D printing are establishing their presence in APAC, introducing advanced printers, innovative software, and diverse biocompatible materials.

Key Points: 
  • Also global leaders in dental 3D printing are establishing their presence in APAC, introducing advanced printers, innovative software, and diverse biocompatible materials.
  • The US accounted for the larger share of the North American dental 3D printing market in 2023.
  • Market Penetration: It includes extensive information on product portfolios offered by the major players in the global dental 3D printing market.
  • Product Enhancement/Innovation: Comprehensive details about new product launches and anticipated trends in the global dental 3D printing market.

Nostromo Energy Shareholders Approve Going-Private Arrangement

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fredag, maj 10, 2024

ASERET, Israel, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nostromo Energy Limited (TASE:NOST) provider of the IceBrick® system, a virtual power plant (VPP)-enabled thermal energy storage for commercial and industrial (C&I) buildings, announced today results of its shareholders vote on the proposed arrangement to delist the company's shares from trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Details of the proposed delisting arrangement were released by the company in its announcement on February 28, 2024 and are available here. At the shareholders meeting, duly convened and held today, at 2:00 PM Israel time, the proposed arrangement was approved by a vote of holders of 6,013,647 shares (representing 99.37% of total shares present and voting) who voted FOR the proposed arrangement, vs. a vote of holders of 38,081 of shares (representing 0.63% of total shares present and voting) who voted AGAINST.

Key Points: 
  • ASERET, Israel, May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nostromo Energy Limited (TASE:NOST) provider of the IceBrick® system, a virtual power plant (VPP)-enabled thermal energy storage for commercial and industrial (C&I) buildings, announced today results of its shareholders vote on the proposed arrangement to delist the company's shares from trading on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.
  • Details of the proposed delisting arrangement were released by the company in its announcement on February 28, 2024 and are available here .
  • At the shareholders meeting, duly convened and held today, at 2:00 PM Israel time, the proposed arrangement was approved by a vote of holders of 6,013,647 shares (representing 99.37% of total shares present and voting) who voted FOR the proposed arrangement, vs. a vote of holders of 38,081 of shares (representing 0.63% of total shares present and voting) who voted AGAINST.
  • The closing of the transaction and delisting remains subject to certain conditions, including final approval by the District Court in Israel (Central Circuit) of a pending application under Section 350 of the Israeli Companies Law, an election by holders of at least 60% of outstanding shares made by May 16, 2024 to retain their shares following the delisting (i.e., to rollover), and approval by the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange of the company's delisting request.

Google's Nest Renew and OhmConnect Combine to Form Renew Home, the Nation's Largest Residential Virtual Power Plant

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024

OAKLAND, Calif., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renew Home, North America's largest residential virtual power plant (VPP), has launched out of the combination of Google's Nest Renew service and OhmConnect. The new company brings together millions of customers across the nation, helping to stabilize the grid and to reduce home energy costs.

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  • Partners with Utilities across the US and Integrated with Google Home, LG, Rheem, and others to Support the Grid and Reduce Residential Utility Bills
    OAKLAND, Calif., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Renew Home , North America's largest residential virtual power plant (VPP), has launched out of the combination of Google's Nest Renew service and OhmConnect .
  • The new company brings together millions of customers across the nation, helping to stabilize the grid and to reduce home energy costs.
  • "This is a pivotal moment for virtual power plants," said Alan Machuga, CTO of Rheem.
  • "We are excited to partner with Renew Home to help customers save money and energy – while supporting the grid.