CPower FAQ
This FAQ provides an overview of CPower Energy, its services and how it helps businesses and organizations optimize energy use. Learn about CPower’s Virtual Power Plant (VPP) and Demand Response (DR) programs, the industries it serves and how customers can participate to save on energy costs, earn incentives and support grid reliability.
Company Overview
Who is CPower?
CPower Energy is a leading Virtual Power Plant platform, monetizing the value of customer-sited energy to intelligently strengthen the grid. For over a decade, we have made turning flexible energy into revenue simple for partners and large energy users such as businesses, manufacturers, public institutions and healthcare organizations, paying over $1.2 billion from demand response and energy flexibility programs to customers since 2015. With 6.7 GW of customer capacity at more than 23,000 sites, we’re empowering energy users across North America, enabling them to benefit from an innovative energy economy. For more information, visit: www.cpowerenergy.com.
What services does CPower provide?
CPower is a large, national demand-response provider and VPP platform. Its services include energy optimization, VPPs and demand response and energy flexibility programs.
How long has CPower been in business?
CPower was started in 2015 and has a long-standing presence in the energy management industry.
What makes CPower different from other energy management companies?
CPower offers tailored solutions, deep market expertise and a customer-centric approach.
Where does CPower operate geographically?
CPower operates across multiple regions and markets in the US.
Programs and Solutions
What is CPower’s role in Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)?
CPower aggregates and manages distributed energy resources as part of VPPs.
How does CPower implement Demand Response (DR) programs?
By enrolling customers, deploying technology and managing participation.
Can businesses participate in both VPP and DR programs through CPower?
Yes, CPower offers integrated solutions.
What types of industries does CPower serve?
A wide range, including commercial, industrial and institutional sectors.
How does CPower help businesses save on energy costs?
Through participation in energy markets, optimization and incentive programs.
Participation and Enrollment
How can a business enroll in a CPower program?
By reaching out to CPower and completing the enrollment process.
How long does it take to get started with CPower?
Onboarding timelines vary but are designed to be efficient.
What support does CPower provide to participants?
Ongoing technical, operational and customer support.