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Google funds a 1GW virtual power plant with Voltus on the PJM grid

Source: The Next WebAlina Maria StanOctober 22, 2026
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Google has committed funding for a 1-gigawatt virtual power plant managed by Voltus that will operate on the PJM grid, a system serving 67 million customers across 13 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. This deal expands Google's prior June agreement with Voltus by an additional 1,070 megawatts, bringing the total to 1.1 gigawatts. The arrangement allows Google to secure renewable energy capacity for its operations in the region.

Key points

  • Google funds 1GW virtual power plant with Voltus
  • Adds 1,070 MW to existing June agreement
  • Supports Google's power needs across 13-state PJM grid

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