English FAQ
Is Pengfeng's virtual power plant legitimate?
Yes. We hold Guangdong VPP operator code XN30, Shenzhen aggregator number V440300000028, and Sichuan member code 830022, registered and operating at the power exchange under the Guangdong VPP Market Participation Implementation Plan. All operations comply with power market rules and regulatory frameworks—you can participate with confidence.
What is a generation-type virtual power plant?
A generation-type VPP aggregates distributed solar, dispersed wind, and distributed independent storage resources with independent grid connection points, participating in the power market as generation project units. It enables dispersed small-scale power sources to participate in trading and dispatch like centralized power stations. If you have rooftop solar or storage, this type of aggregation typically maximizes value.
What is a load-type virtual power plant?
A load-type VPP aggregates adjustable user electricity consumption, registering as a power user in the market. It primarily uses adjustable load and storage to respond to grid regulation needs. It doesn't require you to build new generation—instead, it converts your existing flexible electricity use into tradable resources. For industrial and commercial users, this is a way to earn additional revenue from existing resources.
What is the relationship between demand response and VPP?
Demand response is a means for the grid to regulate supply and demand, while a VPP is the technical platform that aggregates dispersed resources to implement demand response and market trading. Simply put, demand response is "the grid needs adjustment," and the VPP is "the platform that organizes your resources to respond." Together, your flexible resources can smoothly participate in the market.
Is demand response worthwhile for our park?
Whether it's worthwhile depends mainly on the scale of adjustable resources and response frequency in your park. We first conduct a revenue calculation based on your electricity consumption profile, then provide a recommendation—we won't let you join blindly. If the calculated upside is significant, we also help you lock in the returns.
Can Pengfeng's VPP platform connect devices from different brands?
Yes. Our platform supports heterogeneous resource integration and terminal adaptation, able to connect equipment from various manufacturers including storage, air conditioning, and charging piles. Even with multi-brand equipment on-site, we can typically integrate them into unified dispatch through protocol adaptation. Before onboarding, we conduct an equipment inventory to confirm compatibility.
Is it worthwhile for our distributed solar to join a VPP?
Usually yes. After aggregation, your distributed solar can not only self-consume but also participate in market trading and demand response, earning additional adjustment revenue. The specific gain is calculated based on your installed capacity and local market conditions. We aim to help every solar panel on your roof create extra value for you.
Is our data safe with Pengfeng?
Data security is our red line. The platform is self-developed by our group, with dedicated controls for permission hierarchy, transmission encryption, and storage encryption. The specific scope of data use and confidentiality requirements are clearly defined in the written contract and data agreement, ensuring your data is only used for agreed purposes.
Is Pengfeng's VPP platform self-developed?
Yes, the VPP platform is one of our group's three self-developed management platforms, specifically supporting resource aggregation, market trading, and dispatch coordination. Being self-developed means we have full control over access strategies, data standards, and dispatch logic, enabling rapid iteration. If you have customization needs, we can respond faster.
What is Guangdong's VPP market policy?
Guangdong has adopted the Guangdong VPP Market Participation Implementation Plan and supporting rules, allowing VPPs to participate in spot markets and annual trading through "quantity and price bidding." The Guangdong Energy Bureau's annual trading notice also confirms that independent storage, pumped hydro, and VPPs can all participate in annual trading. The policy environment continues to open up—now is a great time to participate.