Intelligent energy network provider GridPoint recognized in Grid Edge category for unlocking grid resiliency and accelerating the energy transition
September 30, 2021 08:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time
RESTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GridPoint, a leader in energy management and grid sustainability, has been named a finalist in the 23rd annual S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards. GridPoint’s intelligent energy network of grid-interactive buildings was recognized in the Grid Edge category for changing the way businesses use energy to increase grid resiliency and accelerate the transition to a clean energy future.
GridPoint’s gigawatt-scale network of grid-interactive buildings increases energy efficiency and integrates distributed energy resources, like EV charging, to support sustainability targets. GridPoint’s solutions allow energy suppliers, utilities and grid operators to access additional energy capacity and increase grid reliability.
“Since its founding in 2003, GridPoint’s intelligent energy network has grown substantially, currently spanning across 15,000 locations and counting. This recognition from such an esteemed organization highlights the impact of the GridPoint solution and inspires us to continue to harness the underutilized power potential within small and mid-sized buildings, turning them into instantaneous capacity for utilities and grid operators,” said GridPoint CEO Mark Danzenbaker.
The Grid Edge category of the S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards recognizes innovative energy solutions advancing and optimizing the electric grid. An independent panel of esteemed judges will select the winner and select ‘Energy Company of the Year’ from the list of finalists.
“This year’s complement of 196 finalists truly indicates the outstanding innovation and supreme leadership occurring in so many sectors across our industries. Companies are tackling critical issues such as emissions control, digitization, investment to improve the quality of life, and so much more. We are proud to honor these individuals and companies on their achievements,” said Jenny Salinas, Vice President of Marketing at S&P Global Platts.
Winners will be announced at the S&P Global Platts Global Energy Awards black-tie gala on December 9th in New York City. To view the complete list of Award categories and finalists, as well as more information on the Awards and upcoming ceremony, visit the website: www.globalenergyawards.com.
About GridPoint
GridPoint’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to a sustainable future by creating an intelligent energy network of grid-interactive buildings. By transforming the way commercial businesses use energy, GridPoint unlocks the decarbonization, sustainability, and grid resiliency required for a cleaner, more efficient tomorrow. Our technology platform harnesses power and potential within a building to deliver energy, operational, and resiliency benefits. Networked together, GridPoint intelligent buildings provide reliable, precise, and instantaneous capacity for utilities and grid operators. GridPoint’s growing network of commercial buildings spans across Fortune 500 enterprises, utilities, government organizations, and small businesses.
About S&P Global Platts
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