Wood Mackenzie’s 2025 North America Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Market Report highlights the critical role of managed charging in building a more reliable and affordable grid. WeaveGrid was recognized as one of the leaders helping utilities and automakers unlock distribution-level value from electric vehicle (EV) charging.

Key Findings on WeaveGrid:

1. Distribution Optimization at the Forefront
   Wood Mackenzie describes WeaveGrid as “the most specialized player of the managed charging landscape, focused on helping utilities achieve distribution value from managed charging.” While many programs still focus on system peak shaving, WeaveGrid goes deeper. Our platform helps utilities proactively orchestrate charging at the distribution level. This reduces strain on transformers, defers costly upgrades, and ensures customers benefit from lower long-term system costs.
   
   
2. Automaker Integrations as the Gold Standard
   The report notes that “automaker telematics integration for active managed charging is the gold standard.” WeaveGrid has invested heavily in direct, authorized partnerships with leading automakers and charging companies, enabling secure and reliable connections between EVs and the grid. These integrations give utilities the data and control needed to scale managed charging programs without sacrificing customer experience or security.
   
   
3. Seamless Deployment through Utility Collaboration
   Technology alone doesn’t guarantee program success. Wood Mackenzie highlights how effective programs involve utility operations and planning teams from the start. WeaveGrid’s work with Duquesne Light Company on its Smart Charging Rewards program is a strong example. Early alignment across teams ensures smoother rollouts, stronger enrollment, and lasting customer trust.
   

Why It Matters:‍

EV adoption is accelerating. Utilities face rising load on distribution systems, while customers expect affordability and reliability. Managed charging is becoming a cornerstone of virtual power plant strategies, and WeaveGrid’s approach shows how distribution-level orchestration, deep OEM partnerships, and strong utility collaboration can deliver real grid and customer benefits.

As the market scales from pilots to long-term programs, WeaveGrid is proud to partner with utilities and automakers to solve the “last miles” grid challenge. The recognition from Wood Mackenzie underscores the importance of secure, distribution-focused solutions in shaping the future of managed charging and virtual power plants.

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Learn more about how WeaveGrid partners with utilities and automakers to deliver secure, scalable managed charging solutions.