Utilities prepare massive meter replacement for virtual power resources

As grid operators deploy growing fleets of distributed energy resources, demand response, and virtual power plants, aging metering infrastructure needs wholesale replacement to accurately measure and monetize these assets.

First covered Nov 9, 2026 · 2:00 AM PT · 1 article

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2d Utility Dive Every virtual megawatt needs a meter — GETs, demand response and VPPs all rely on one device utilities are about to replace by the millions.

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Appeared in: 2026-11-09 (#3) · 2026-11-10 (#12)

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