Endeavour Energy has expanded on its partnership with global software provider, mPrest to deliver a dynamic market–network approach to energy storage and empower customers, retailers and networks to work together to maximise the value of local energy resources.
At the heart of this strategic collaboration is the broader deployment of mPrest’s mDERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management System), which enables real-time monitoring and control of Endeavour Energy’s growing fleet of community batteries.
The mDERMS platform is designed to optimise both network assets and customer-owned technologies – such as rooftop solar and batteries – by using advanced visibility, forecasting and control over local demand, generation, and grid constraints and supports smarter use of locally generated renewables while enhancing power quality, reliability, and energy flow efficiency.
Endeavour Energy has already deployed mDERMS to oversee its community microgrid and virtual power plant (VPP) in Bawley Point and Kioloa on the New South Wales South Coast. This next phase will scale those capabilities to support one of the state’s largest community battery initiatives.
In partnership with the Federal Government, Endeavour Energy is deploying the largest community battery program in New South Wales and is nearing completion of the rollout of 76 community batteries across 33 suburbs to give households access to more affordable, sustainable energy through shared renewable storage.
Endeavour Energy said that the integration of mPrest’s mDERMS solution will mark another significant step toward a smarter, more sustainable energy future for its customers by supporting innovation and creating more flexibility in local energy markets.
Endeavour Energy General Manager Future Grid and Asset Management, Colin Crisafulli, said, “Our vision is to lead the transition to smarter, more sustainable energy solutions, which provide our customers with greater choices and access to renewable energy options for a more sustainable energy future.
“In partnership with the Federal Government, we are delivering the largest community battery program in New South Wales, and this extended partnership with mPrest will further enhance local grid resilience by increasing customer energy resources hosting capacity as well as providing opportunities for retailers and aggregators to design new products and services for our customers.”
mPrest CEO, Natan Barak, echoed this sentiment and said that the development of this critical use case demonstrates the depth of collaboration between both companies.
“Now is the time for transformative change in the energy landscape, and we are proud to partner with Endeavour Energy to empower communities for a sustainable energy future,” he said.
mPrest Chief Commercial Officer, Ron Halpern, highlighted the significance of the Australian market.
“We are honoured to play a pivotal role in supporting Australia’s leading renewable energy sector through key initiatives such as Endeavour Energy’s microgrid and community battery projects,” he said.
“As the global market evolves, Australia’s advancements in renewable CER/DER and DERMS will serve as a model for others to follow.”
