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So, What Exactly Are Virtual Power Plants?

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In this respect, they can emulate or replace natural gas-fired peakers and help address distribution network bottlenecks—but usually without the same capital outlay. By 2016, for example, there were already at least half a dozen energy storage companies working on VPP concepts in Germany alone.

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20 C-suite sustainability champions for 2021

GreenBiz

Its mission: to offer products that "promote the harmonious relationship of the individual with oneself, with others and with nature.". Working under group CEO Roberto Marquez, João Paulo Ferreira’s Latin America CEO position has overseen the heart of the original business since 2016.

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20 C-suite sustainability champions for 2021

AGreenLiving

Its mission: to offer products that “promote the harmonious relationship of the individual with oneself, with others and with nature.” ” Working under group CEO Roberto Marquez, João Paulo Ferreira’s Latin America CEO position has overseen the heart of the original business since 2016.

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Climate Corps Alumni Advisory Board

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Prior to this role, Hartmann was an Associate Partner with McKinsey and Company and leader in McKinsey’s Electric Power and Natural Gas practice in Australia where he led engagements focused on strategy and operations. Phillip participated in the Climate Corps program in 2016 with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority.

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The 2020 GreenBiz 30 Under 30

GreenBiz

based insurer to achieve carbon neutrality in 2016. . Goksenin Ozturkeri’s interest in renewable energy dates back to his childhood in Turkey, a country that has long depended on natural gas imports, primarily from Russia, for much of its electricity. These efforts by Adams’ team helped MetLife become the first U.S.-based