Win-Win Grid Edge Models: Designing Programs That Scale

February 03, 2026
10
Energy Storage , Grid Edge , Reliability and Resilience , Transportation Electrification

This panel will challenge conventional grid planning processes and discuss how Virtual Power Plants are delivering hundreds of reliable megawatts across North America. Unlike traditional peaker plants requiring multi-year construction and decades-long commitments with rising capacity prices, Virtual Power Plants can provide flexible load immediately as home solar, storage and electric vehicle adoption continues to grow. Panelists will discuss market participation mechanisms, effective program design models, and scaling 21st century grid edge solutions.

Panel Moderator
Ben Hertz-Shargel
Ben Hertz-Shargel, Global Head of Grid Edge - Wood Mackenzie
Speakers
Kevin Joyce
Kevin Joyce, Global Head, Virtual Power Plant and Retail Electricity - Tesla
Stephanie Jett
Stephanie Jett, Senior Product & Services Manager - Duke Energy
Jomo Thorne
Jomo Thorne, Director, Load Management Strategy & Policy - PG&E
Lindsay North
Lindsay North, Director, Clean Energy Strategy - Pepco
Chairperson
Nicole Naassan
Nicole Naassan, Senior Vice President - E Source