Streamlining Whole-Home and Whole-Building Demand Response with MosFusion

As the energy sector adapts to rising demand for distributed energy resources (DERs) and grid flexibility, aggregators and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) operators face a unique challenge: coordinating diverse assets at the whole-home and whole-building level to optimize demand response. While traditional approaches focus on individual devices, this method often lacks efficiency and fails to capture the full potential of integrated DERs. Molecule Systems’ MosFusion platform redefines this process, offering VPP and fleet aggregators an infrastructure solution to manage whole-home and whole-building responses seamlessly.

The Complexity of Traditional Demand Response  

Traditional demand response (DR) programs often fall short in meeting modern grid demands. They typically control individual devices in isolation rather than coordinating all behind-the-meter assets as a unified system. This fragmented approach results in inconsistent load reduction, making it difficult for aggregators to meet grid flexibility goals reliably.

Further complicating the issue, most DERMS platforms lack the ability to support a wide range of DER types or are restricted to a handful of manufacturers. This limited device compatibility creates bottlenecks, preventing full participation in grid services and restricting the ability to maximize load flexibility across diverse energy assets.

Without a way to orchestrate all DERs under a single control layer, aggregators face the costly challenge of managing multiple protocols, devices, and platforms—often relying on manual adjustments that compromise performance and limit the value of each DR event.

MosFusion: Enabling Coordinated, Unified Demand Response  

MosFusion eliminates the need for a fragmented approach. By enabling whole-home and whole-building orchestration, MosFusion allows aggregators to manage all behind-the-meter DERs as a cohesive unit. This means that during a DR event, the entire suite of devices—from EV chargers and water heaters to battery storage and smart thermostats—can be controlled with a single, unified signal, streamlining operations and ensuring optimal load flexibility.

MosFusion’s infrastructure approach is also hardware-agnostic, seamlessly integrating with a wide range of DER makes and models. This flexibility enables aggregators to bring diverse assets online quickly without extensive custom development or integration work, allowing for faster deployment and more efficient management of DR programs.

Maximizing DR and VPP Program Efficiency  

With MosFusion, VPP and fleet aggregators gain access to real-time orchestration tools that maximize efficiency and flexibility. Instead of sending out multiple signals or relying on manual adjustments, MosFusion’s platform allows aggregators to schedule and manage events based on grid conditions and customer preferences. This unified control system means that each property’s assets can respond dynamically to changing grid needs, whether it’s adjusting load to avoid high-cost periods or capitalizing on favorable rate signals.

This level of orchestration not only simplifies operations but also increases the impact of every DR event. By coordinating each DER within a property, MosFusion ensures that VPP programs can respond to grid fluctuations more effectively and meet demand flexibility goals with reliable dispatch.

A Future-Ready Solution for Scalable Demand Response  

As the grid continues to evolve, so do the needs of aggregators and VPP operators. MosFusion is designed to scale alongside these changes, offering a future-proof infrastructure that adapts to new technologies, device types, and grid requirements. By streamlining whole-home and whole-building demand response, MosFusion provides aggregators with a sustainable, efficient path to maximize value and optimize grid performance.

Interested in transforming your demand response capabilities? Discover how MosFusion’s whole-home and whole-building orchestration can redefine your DR and VPP programs.

About the Author

Adam Boucher
Adam Boucher is the CEO of Molecule Systems and a visionary leader in energy technology. With a deep commitment to innovation and sustainability, Adam has spearheaded the development of advanced energy solutions like MosFusion and MosVPP. Under his leadership, Molecule Systems is transforming how distributed energy resources (DERs) are managed and monetized, empowering a cleaner, smarter energy future.

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