Google has agreed to fund a 100-megawatt virtual power plant operating within the PJM grid region, described by Utility Dive as a first-of-its-kind arrangement. The deal would aggregate distributed energy resources to provide grid services while supporting Google's own data center load management strategy. PJM serves roughly 65 million people across 13 states and the District of Columbia, making the agreement significant for regional grid stability. The structure could serve as a template for other hyperscalers seeking alternatives to traditional utility power purchase agreements.