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Battery-eligible New Jersey VPP program begins to take shape

Utility-owned storage could help mitigate grid congestion, a utility manager said at a July stakeholder meeting. Another said customer-centric program design is crucial to reducing attrition.

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The New Jersey VPP program is taking its first steps towards implementation, with a focus on battery-eligible participants. Key aspects of the program are beginning to emerge, including the potential for utility-owned storage to alleviate grid congestion. This approach could help mitigate issues related to the distribution of electricity. Customer-centric program design is also being emphasized as crucial to reducing participant attrition. The importance of this aspect underscores the need for a well-structured program that meets the needs of its users.

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