JADE-DR-VPP is an open-source Java framework that implements a multi-agent system for Virtual Power Plant (VPP) demand response (DR). Each agent represents a flexible load or generation unit that communicates via JADE messaging. The system orchestrates DR events, schedules load adjustments, and aggregates resources to meet grid signals. Users can configure agent behaviors, run large-scale simulations, and analyze performance metrics for energy management strategies.
The project uses the JADE (Java Agent DEvelopment) framework to build a multi-agent environment. It defines agents that register with the platform’s AMS and DF, exchange ACL messages, and execute behaviors like cyclic, one-shot, and FSM. Example scenarios include buyer-seller negotiations, contract net protocols, and task allocation. A GUI agent container helps monitor runtime agent states and message flows.