The Taiwan Smart City Solutions Alliance (TSSA) has officially established the Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Task Force, aiming to integrate Taiwan’s smart energy technologies and industry resources to address global energy transition trends and the growing demand for smart city development. This initiative marks a new milestone for Taiwan in the fields of energy transition and smart management, while also providing a competitive model for global smart city development.

Integrating Technology and Energy to Promote Virtual Power Plant Applications

With the increasing share of renewable energy and the proliferation of distributed energy systems, the instability of energy supply has become a pressing challenge. Virtual power plants utilize advanced information and communication technologies to integrate distributed energy resources such as solar power, wind energy, energy storage systems, and demand-side management. These resources collectively form a virtualized power plant capable of flexible electricity dispatch and demand response. The development of VPPs not only helps balance grid loads and improve energy efficiency but also injects critical momentum into the sustainable development of smart cities.

Visions of the VPP Task Force

Taiwan is uniquely positioned to advance virtual power plant development due to its strong high-tech industrial base, exceptional software development capabilities, and extensive experience in smart energy applications. The task force aims to explore business models, advocate for policies and regulations, establish industry standards, and promote international collaboration.

By leveraging this initiative, Taiwan will further integrate resources from industry, academia, and government to foster innovation and facilitate the implementation of advanced technologies. Looking ahead, virtual power plants are set to become a cornerstone of smart city infrastructure. They will not only enhance energy management efficiency but also provide resilient energy solutions for sectors such as smart transportation and smart buildings.