According to Sawyer Merritt, Tesla's Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs are gaining traction, with Tesla Electric customers in Texas earning over $1 million in 2025 through grid participation (Source: Sawyer Merritt on Twitter). AI-powered VPP solutions allow residential users to contribute stored energy to the grid, supporting grid stability and enabling passive income streams. This development highlights significant business opportunities for AI-driven energy management platforms, promoting scalable, decentralized energy solutions that leverage advanced algorithms for real-time energy distribution and optimization.