In support of the District’s clean energy goals, the VPP or DERMS pilot must be equitable, scalable, and provide an accessible customer enrollment process, particularly for low-to-moderate-income individuals. The project(s) must also include a continuity plan to ensure they can continue operating after the conclusion of the pilot period without additional funding.
Project Status
The DCPSC issued a Request for Proposals with more than $4.4 million in available funding, with proposals due by January 22, 2026. The Commission seeks experts to design and manage these projects over a period of up to five years, including at least two years of operational demonstration. Management of the pilot will include operational oversight, maintenance, and performance monitoring.
Background
This pilot is part of a broader effort under the Pepco Holdings, Inc.-Exelon merger agreement, which established a $21.55 million Pilot Project Fund Subaccount to support energy modernization projects in the District. The project builds upon the Commission's investigation into Modernizing the Energy Delivery System for Increased Sustainability (MEDSIS) and aims to provide insights for identifying technologies and policies that can advance the District's energy modernization goals.