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
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Virtual Power Plants with Seth Frader-Thompson of EnergyHub