Core Insights - The article highlights the successful implementation of smart charging stations and virtual power plants in Ningbo, showcasing their role in peak load shaving and energy efficiency [1][2][3][4] Group 1: Smart Charging Stations - The Fuming Smart Charging Station in Ningbo is the first "fully controllable" smart charging demonstration station, integrating solar power generation, energy storage, V2G charging piles, battery swapping stations, and air conditioning load regulation [3] - The station has a photovoltaic roof of 114 kW, an energy storage system of 880 kWh, and 32 intelligent charging spots, serving over 300 vehicle charging sessions daily [3] - The station's peak load shaving efforts resulted in a total load adjustment of 2,258 kW and a response energy contribution of 1,279 kWh, benefiting users with a total income of 970 yuan [1] Group 2: Virtual Power Plants - Ningbo's virtual power plant has effectively participated in market-driven peak load shaving, adjusting a total load of 129,000 kW and contributing 258,000 kWh of response energy during peak hours [2] - The virtual power plant aggregates resources from 172 users, with a signed adjustment capacity of 413,000 kW, making it one of the largest in Zhejiang province [2] - The virtual power plant has participated in 65 response events, generating a total revenue of 3 million yuan, demonstrating its economic viability [3] Group 3: Economic and Social Benefits - The peak load shaving revenue is shared with users through service fee reductions, creating a positive feedback loop where increased participation leads to greater discounts [4] - The Fuming station also serves as an emergency power supply, capable of providing 2,000 kWh of emergency electricity for 1,000 people or 100 electric vehicles during extreme weather or power outages [4] - Plans are in place to expand the Fuming model to 50 solar energy storage stations, 10 industrial parks, and 500 enterprises within three years, aiming to establish a 500 MW "urban energy special force" [4]