China-headquartered renewable energy solutions company Fox ESS has announced that in some parts of Australia, its residential battery energy storage systems are now able to connect to Origin Energy’s virtual power plant (VPP), Origin Loop.
Fox ESS Managing Director of APAC and Middle East Brooks Richard said the Origin VPP represents a transformative step in the Australian energy landscape, combining versatility with a strong focus on customer needs.
“Its integration of weather intelligence, market insights, and real-time energy optimisation aligns perfectly with Fox ESS’s high-performance storage systems,” Richard said.
“Together, we are not only enabling Australian households to maximise the value of their solar and battery investments but also fostering a more resilient and sustainable energy future.”
Through the new integration, Fox ESS end-users will have access to Origin’s home battery plans, known as Origin Battery (OB) Life, OB Maximiser or OB Starter.
OB Life pays consumers a feed-in-tariff (FiT) of $1 (USD 0.71 ) / kWh to export energy to the grid as needed, up to 200 kWh annually, and OB Maximiser provides uncapped exports and earnings, with a peak FiT of $0.22 / kWh, with charging and exporting automated through the VPP.
OB Starter gives consumers manual control, with no VPP, offering a peak FiT of 18c / kWh and uncapped solar and battery exports.
Origin Electrify and New Connections General Manager Chris Zondanos said Fox ESS batteries have quickly become a popular choice in the Australian market, and this integration reflects Origins commitment to provide more options for customers.
Fox ESS recently launched the CQ6 High Voltage Battery. Featuring a higher energy density with a range from 11.98-83.86 kWh, and a modular design, the battery empowers homeowners to maximise potential benefits under rebate schemes.
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