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Turn Your Smart Thermostat & Energy Devices into Earnings

OpenVPP is a software platform that connects your smart thermostat, battery, EV charger, and other devices to your local energy grid, helping you earn incentives and support a reliable, clean energy future.

Last Updated: Friday, Sep 22, 10:00 am MST
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Why Choose OpenVPP?

Join the future of energy management with our innovative platform that puts you in control while benefiting the grid.

Earn Rewards for Your Energy Flexibility

Your smart devices help balance the grid during peak times or when clean energy is abundant. Earn compensation through bill credits and other incentives for your participation.

Lower Your Energy Bills

Optimize your devices to reduce overall energy expenses by shifting usage to off-peak, lower-cost times. Perfect for smart water heaters and EV charging.

Increase Your Home's Resilience

Support grid stability and enhance your ability to ride through outages by participating in programs that leverage your backup power capabilities.

Support Clean Energy

Help integrate more renewable energy by making your home energy usage more flexible. Your participation maximizes the benefits of solar and wind resources.

You Stay in Control

OpenVPP works around your comfort settings and preferences. Easily monitor your devices and opt-out of events if needed. Your primary device functions are always prioritized.

Simple & Transparent

We make it easy to connect your eligible devices and see how your participation creates value for the grid and your wallet.

How It Works

Get started with OpenVPP in three simple steps

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Connect Your Devices

Link your compatible smart thermostat, battery, EV charger, or other DERs through the OpenVPP platform – we support devices from multiple manufacturers.

02

OpenVPP Optimizes

Our smart software platform intelligently manages your connected devices based on grid needs, market conditions, and your preferences – maximizing your potential earnings and bill savings automatically.

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You Earn Rewards

Receive incentives for your devices' participation, helping to lower your energy costs and putting money back in your pocket.

Your Trust Matters

We understand your concerns about energy management. Here's how OpenVPP addresses them.

Worried about losing control?

With OpenVPP, you always have the ability to opt out of participation events. Your comfort and energy independence goals come first.

Concerned about complexity?

We handle the technical details, from integrating with device manufacturers to communicating with the grid operator. Our platform provides transparency so you can see your impact without needing to be an expert.

Using devices from different companies?

We are committed to an open platform approach, working towards compatibility across a wide range of eligible DERs and manufacturers, breaking down barriers to participation.

Happy with your current electricity plan?

You can typically participate in OpenVPP programs regardless of your chosen Retail Electric Provider, offering you maximum flexibility.

Still have questions? Our team is here to help you understand how OpenVPP can work for your specific needs.

Ready to Transform Your Energy Usage?

See if your devices are compatible and start earning with OpenVPP today!