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In energy innovation, the concept of virtual power plants (VPPs) is gaining traction, where residences and businesses with solar panels and energy storage systems are combined to create a large power provider entity. Tesla has operated its own VPP for years, and now new companies are offering Texas homeowners free solar panels along with energy storage batteries for participation. The move toward VPPs not only aids in energy generation but also helps stabilize the power grid, with the Texas VPP committing over 40 megawatt-hours of residential battery power.