NYC Pilot Program Offers Plug-In Batteries for AC Units to Reduce Grid Stress
A new pilot program in New York City is testing plug-in batteries for air conditioners to help manage electricity demand during heat waves. The initiative, led by Every Electric in collaboration with Con Edison, involves devices that charge during low-demand periods and power AC units during peak times. This approach is part of a broader trend towards virtual power plants, which coordinate small energy resources to alleviate grid stress. The program is expanding to over 1,000 homes this summer, offering participants cash rebates as incentives. 
