How to Use the GridStatus MCP in Windsurf

Q: Does GridStatus expose real-time pricing to Windsurf?

It does. By calling getrealtimelmp or getrealtimespp, you provide your agent with the most current nodal data available from the grid operators.

Q: How are API rate limits handled for this MCP Server?

You can check your remaining allowance at any time using getapiusage. This keeps you informed about your current quota without interrupting your active session.

Connect GridStatus to Windsurf and let Cascade pull real-time grid data directly into your energy models.

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Connect GridStatus MCP to Windsurf

Create your Vinkius account to connect GridStatus to Windsurf and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.

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Automated Grid Data Retrieval in Windsurf

Cascade handles the heavy lifting by chaining `get_load_data` and `get_fuel_mix` to build your energy reports. You define the region and timeframe, and the agent fetches the specific ISO data without manual intervention. This workflow allows you to iterate on complex trading algorithms faster. By using `get_standardized_data`, you ensure consistent inputs across different regional markets for your analysis.

Real-time LMP Tracking for Market Analysis

Feed live price signals into your scripts using `get_realtime_lmp`. Windsurf processes these 5-minute intervals to detect volatility spikes before they impact your bottom line. Stop relying on stale data. The agent keeps your local environment updated with the latest nodal pricing, ensuring your logic reacts to current market conditions.

Explore Datasets Directly within the IDE

Use `list_datasets` and `get_dataset_metadata` to map out available metrics for any ISO. You'll see exactly what columns and date ranges exist before writing a single line of code. This removes the guesswork from data exploration. You gain immediate access to the full schema, allowing for precise queries using `query_dataset`.

Setup guide

Set up GridStatus MCP in Windsurf

Prerequisites

Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open MCP configuration

Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open ~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json.
2

Add the GridStatus MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Refresh MCPs

Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
4

Verify in Cascade

Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my GridStatus payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the GridStatus tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.

mcp_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "gridstatus-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about GridStatus MCP in Windsurf

Open your MCP settings file or use the Cascade MCP Servers UI to add the server. Once connected, Windsurf auto-discovers the tools and prepares them for your next prompt.

Yes. You can instruct Cascade to pull specific historical intervals using `get_lmp_data` or `get_spp_data` to train your models against past market performance.

It does. By calling `get_realtime_lmp` or `get_realtime_spp`, you provide your agent with the most current nodal data available from the grid operators.

You can check your remaining allowance at any time using `get_api_usage`. This keeps you informed about your current quota without interrupting your active session.

Your queries stay between your local client and the API. This server only accesses public electricity grid metrics like load, fuel mix, and pricing data.

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