Google backs Voltus plan for a 1GW virtual power plant

The project will operate on the PJM grid, which serves 67 million people. According to The Next Web, the agreement adds 1,070 megawatts to the 100 megawatts agreed in June and will supply capacity for Google’s operations in the region. Google says the project aims to improve grid reliability.

• Data Center Dynamics calls it the largest virtual power plant deal signed by a hyperscaler.

Covered by 3 publishers within 4 hours of the first report: 2 news reports and 1 from the company.

• The Next Web: Google funds a 1GW virtual power plant with Voltus on the PJM grid

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TNW The Next Web Google funds a 1GW virtual power plant with Voltus on the PJM grid · Alina Maria Stan 9:24 AM

DCD Data Center Dynamics Google signs 1GW virtual power plant deal with Voltus 11:48 AM

From the company1

G Google We are working with Voltus to build a 1-gigawatt virtual power plant. 7:30 AM

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