London's 'first virtual power plant' to use only rooftop solar and batteries

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London's 'first virtual power plant' to use only rooftop solar and batteries

Bolstered by batteries, the Barnet system will be powered solely by solar panels on people's roofs

London is to get its first 'virtual power station' that uses electricity generated solely by household solar panels and battery storage, UK Power Networks announced on Friday. Batteries will be installed 40...

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