PG&E & California Energy

What Is a Virtual Power Plant (VPP)? A virtual power plant can: Reduce electricity demand during peak hours Send stored energy to the grid when a program allows exports Help reduce the risk of rotating outages Make more renewable energy available after sunset Reduce the need for expensive peak-time generation How Does a Home Battery Join a VPP? Enrollment normally takes place through the battery manufacturer or an approved grid-services provider. When a qualifying grid event

Important Update for 2026: Solar Alone Is No Longer the Full Picture In 2026, the conversation is no longer just about solar panels—it's about solar + battery storage. Under PG&E's Solar Billing Plan (NEM 3.0): Solar production alone is not enough to optimize your bill. Electricity is most expensive when solar production is low (evenings). Export credits vary significantly by time of day. This is why most modern systems now include battery storage to shift energy into high-va