Grid-enhancing tech is filling the transmission gap, and it could free up 80+ GW of incremental peak capacity from existing infrastructure. (Reuters)
DLR, topology optimization software, and advanced conductors are faster and cheaper than new transmission lines that take decades to permit—and face harsh public backlash as they cut through properties.
Yes, but: The Trump administration terminated hundreds of financial awards that were funding deployment, and 13 states are suing to reinstate billions in frozen funds.
In the meantime, VPPs are scaling: TVA has 2 GW of dispatchable DR, with 50%+ growth expected. Sunrun's 237K+ home solar and battery systems hit 4 GWh of networked storage, targeting 10 GWh by 2028.