Nólsoy Energy's cVPP Pilot in the Faroe Islands

Led by Bjarti Thomsen from Nólsoy Energy Ltd, this pilot explores how wind, solar, and electric car batteries can be used for flexible energy storage in residential settings.

The pilot focuses on reducing reliance on oil by using heat pumps and solar panels to power homes. Any surplus solar energy is either stored in large EV batteries or sold back to the grid, while additional energy can be purchased when needed.

To improve energy management, the project also integrates bidirectional EV charging, allowing Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) functionalities. Compatible EV models include Nissan, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Kia, BYD, and MG.

An updated 'Electricity Consumption Chart' compares household energy use with solar panel production, confirming that solar power can meet most energy demand in summer, while wind power is needed in winter. By optimizing battery storage, households can maximize their use of renewable energy and reduce costs.

This pilot is featured in the Joint Transnational Methodology: A Plan for Community-Based Virtual Power Plants & Distributed Energy Solutions, which provides guidance on developing VPPs and promoting local energy solutions.

Watch Bjarti sharing how this pilot will encourage other local institutions, such as churches and nursery schools, to adopt similar energy solutions.