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From Aggregation to Dispatch: The Engineering Behind Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)

From Aggregation to Dispatch: The Engineering Behind Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)

Virtual power plants promise grid-scale flexibility, but simple asset aggregation isn’t enough. Engineers need dispatch-grade coordination that respects physics, markets, and operations.

Tech Insights Jul 03, 2026 by Dan Simms
From GEO to Grid: The Engineering Case for Space‑Based Solar Power

From GEO to Grid: The Engineering Case for Space‑Based Solar Power

Space-based solar power is emerging as a potential source of continuous, low-carbon electricity by transmitting energy from geostationary orbit to Earth using microwave power beaming.

Tech Insights Jun 25, 2026 by Dan Simms
Designing the AI‑Era Grid: Why a Mixed‑Fleet Transmission Strategy Matters

Designing the AI‑Era Grid: Why a Mixed‑Fleet Transmission Strategy Matters

A mixed-fleet transmission strategy combining HVDC, FACTS, HTS cables, and hybrid AC/DC architectures could help utilities meet the rising power and stability demands of AI-driven data centers.

Tech Insights Jun 16, 2026 by Dan Simms

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