title: "DER Aggregations: What to Watch in 2026" date: 2026-01-06 category: Markets tags: ["DER", "Batteries", "Wholesale markets"] summary: "A quick explainer on why aggregation rules matter for home batteries and virtual power plants in 2026."
DER Aggregations: What to Watch in 2026
Distributed energy resource (DER) aggregation is the plumbing that lets thousands of small assets (home batteries, smart thermostats, EV chargers) act like a single grid resource.
Why it matters
- Aggregations can turn backup batteries into revenue-generating flexibility.
- Rules vary by region and market operator.
What to do next
- If you’re comparing storage, start with the Battery Storage Basics guide.
- If you’re sizing backup, try the Battery Runtime Calculator.