Torus, a frontrunner in sustainable energy innovation, today announced the launch of Torus Community. This groundbreaking distributed energy management feature aims to significantly enhance grid stability by leveraging the power of microgrid technology.
The launch of Torus Community follows over a year of successful participation by Torus customers in Rocky Mountain Power’s (RMP) Virtual Power Plant program. These contributions have demonstrably improved grid resilience.
Torus Community harnesses the company’s comprehensive microgrid technology. This advanced system integrates energy production, storage, and management at or near the point of use, essentially transforming buildings into miniature power plants capable of supporting the grid during peak demand periods.
With Torus Community, we’re tackling the challenge of distributed energy head-on,” said Nate Walkingshaw, CEO and co-founder of Torus. “This year alone, we’ve successfully responded to 89 demand response events with 99.99% uptime, far exceeding expectations for reliable, scalable, and secure infrastructure.”
Torus Community offers a multitude of benefits for both residential and commercial users, including:
- Real-time Grid Insights: Gain valuable insights into how your energy usage contributes to overall grid health.
- Reduced Costs & Emissions: Enjoy significant reductions in power costs and carbon footprint.
- Sustainability Support: Align with and achieve your corporate sustainability goals.
- Empowering Education: Gain knowledge about your role in building a more resilient energy ecosystem.
This launch represents a significant evolution in Torus’ capabilities. “We’ve transitioned from managing kilowatts to overseeing large-scale megawatts of energy storage and management,” explained Walkingshaw. “This shift underscores the tremendous potential of communities to become a major contributor to grid stability in the future.”
“Torus serves as a powerful educational tool for both commercial and residential customers, demonstrating how each participant matters in the bigger picture of energy management,” continued Walkingshaw. “By visualizing their collective impact, customers gain a deeper understanding of their crucial role in creating a more sustainable and resilient energy ecosystem.”
To learn more about Torus Community and how you can participate in building a more sustainable energy future, visit torus.co.
