Peter Asmus has over 34 years of experience analyzing, forecasting and writing about cutting edge energy trends. Author of four energy-related books, he has served as Research Director for microgrids and virtual power plants (VPP) at Guidehouse Insights for the last 12 years. His past clients include government agencies (California Energy Commission, National Renewable Energy Laboratories), non-governmental organizations (World Bank, Center for Energy Efficiency & Renewable Technologies and Local Government Commission) as well as leading private sector players (Schneider Electric, Siemens and ABB). He is currently Director of Strategic Communications for AutoGrid, a leading global VPP platform company.