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𝐁𝐌𝐖 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐕 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 BMW recently announced the US national rollout of its  ChargeForward charging program (insert link to article) that provides cash incentives to customers who charge during times when renewable energy is highest on the local grid.  This idea is a new option that is unique to BMW and is an example of the new strategies manufacturers will deploy as EVs become a more popular choice for new vehicle buyers.  Using software built into the vehicle, drivers just let the software decide when is the best time to charge based on local renewable energy availability.  BMW is partnering with UC Berkeley to monitor the program and measure the amount of carbon emissions reductions, and with WattTime that analyzes the electric grid to determine the carbon emissions caused by electricity use in various locations throughout the U.S.  We’ll be discussing this program as well as other charging issues at our 16th Annual Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century Conference next July, 2024 that will focus on charging. https://lnkd.in/gUGQYHwk

The integration of automotive 🚗 and energy sectors ⚡ offers a glimpse into a future where vehicles actively contribute to energy solutions as mobile storage units, reduce costs, and promote renewable energy sources, aligning with broader sustainability goals. Fascinating to see initiatives like this from Toyota and other major OEMs, showcasing a significant leap in leveraging EVs beyond transportation. 👏 #auto #bev #ev #sustainability #technology #innovation #toyota Link to the article: https://lnkd.in/gzjTnDug

Volkswagen's introduction of bidirectional charging in its ID. models, offering "Vehicle to Home" (V2H) functionality, is a significant leap in EV technology. This innovation, especially in collaboration with HagerEnergy GmbH in the Swedish pilot project, exemplifies the integration of EVs with renewable energy sources like solar power, optimizing both household and transportation energy use. Bidirectional charging, part of the broader Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) concept, is not only about smart energy management but also about supporting the power grid during high-demand periods. The ability to store excess solar energy in EV batteries for later use is a game-changer. Other major manufacturers like General Motors and Ford, along with companies like InCharge Energy, Fermata Energy, and Nuvve Holding Corp, are also advancing in this space. The success of these pilot projects, including averting blackouts, highlights the potential of this technology. The combination of EVs and solar power heading into 2024 is poised to revolutionize how we think about energy consumption and sustainability. #V2G #V2H #volkswagen #SustainableEnergy 🌞🚗🔋Bill Pierce

𝐁𝐌𝐖 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐕 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 BMW recently announced the US national rollout of its  ChargeForward charging program (insert link to article) that provides cash incentives to customers who charge during times when renewable energy is highest on the local grid.  This idea is a new option that is unique to BMW and is an example of the new strategies manufacturers will deploy as EVs become a more popular choice for new vehicle buyers.  Using software built into the vehicle, drivers just let the software decide when is the best time to charge based on local renewable energy availability.  BMW is partnering with UC Berkeley to monitor the program and measure the amount of carbon emissions reductions, and with WattTime that analyzes the electric grid to determine the carbon emissions caused by electricity use in various locations throughout the U.S.  We’ll be discussing this program as well as other charging issues at our 16th Annual Propulsion Strategies for the 21st Century Conference next July, 2024 that will focus on charging. https://lnkd.in/gkKd-h6J

A very interesting article written by MyBroadband which portrays electric vehicles (EVs) in a different light as the "batteries on wheels" that could provide additional relief during South Africa's energy crisis. It argues that EVs could help reduce the waste of renewable energy during peak production by utilising their energy storage. Subsequently meaning that, in theory, EVs could provide significantly more power to homes compared to current residential inverter and battery energy storage system (BESS) solutions available in the market. Read the article here to see exactly how that would work: https://bit.ly/3SjL5SN

After several years of driving an EV and actively discussing the comparisons between electric vehicles (EVs) and their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts, I've found two articles that provide valuable insights into their lifecycle. #renewables #EV https://lnkd.in/g6QV36Yu

In an exciting development, worldwide bidirectional electric vehicle (EV) charging took another step forward as Volkswagen announced its first ID. models now offer bidirectional charging with "Vehicle to Home" (V2H) functionality. With Volkswagen partner HagerEnergy GmbH, customers can cover as much of their household and transportation energy consumption as possible with their photovoltaic (solar power) system, in a pilot project in Sweden. Bidirectional charging's umbrella term Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) encompasses a variety of use cases, including Vehicle-to-grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-home (V2H), Vehicle-to-building (V2B), and Vehicle-to-load (V2L) services. This technology supports the power grid during peak demand, such as heatwaves, and ensures an efficient usage of renewable energy. For instance, excess solar power generated during daylight hours can be stored in EV batteries and then dispatched to the grid when the sun isn't shining. General Motors announced that bidirectional charging technology will become standard in all its electric vehicles by model year 2026. Many other OEMs are planning to follow. Many EV charging companies have begun rolling out bidirectional charging functionality as well. InCharge Energy is one example. Two leading companies in the bidirectional charging space are Fermata Energy and Nuvve Holding Corp. Both have several pilots underway, which have had tremendous success so far. In one example, V2G has already helped prevent a blackout during a heatwave in Northern CA. V2H is an attractive selling point for EVs. One example is that Ford Motor Company Lightning owners can power their homes during a blackout with the truck's batteries through a partnership between Ford and solar power company Sunrun. A limited number of EVs sold in the US currently offer bidirectional charging, including: Ford F-150 Lightning (V2G) Genesis GV60 (V2L) Hyundai Ioniq 5 (V2L) Hyundai Ioniq 6 (V2L) Kia EV6 (V2L) Kia Niro (V2L) Mitsubishi Corporation Outlander PHEV (V2L) Nissan Motor Corporation Leaf (V2H, V2G) VW ID.4 (V2H) Tesla Cybertruck (V2L, V2H) Did you know that every 90 minutes, enough sunlight strikes the earth to provide the entire planet's energy needs for one year? I'm passionate about solar energy and its potential to transform the worldwide energy grid, a major step in the fight against climate change. As we head into 2024, the combination of EVs and solar power has a wide variety of exciting applications. Bidirectional charging is one of the most exciting applications. In November 2023, BluWave-ai and EVinfo.net partnered to release a whitepaper: "How AI Will Leverage Mass Adoption of EVs to Help, Not Break the Electric Grid," https://lnkd.in/gU57QQ8g What's your opinion of V2G? Follow Electrify News for the latest EV industry News. Sign up for our weekly e-news. #V2G #V2H #volkswagen

Load growth has its challenges, but also its opportunities. Increasing the load factor of homes with heat pumps and EVs while serving those loads with variably inexpensive solar and wind can ultimately mean lower overall rates for ratepayers. Managing the investment wisely - and implementing efficiently - will be the challenge of PUCs around the country. #electrification #renewables #evcharging #heatpumps

🔋 Origin Energy’s EV Power Up trial offers drivers chance to fill up for $5 🔋 👨💼 A trial giving EV drivers a chance to charge their cars for $5 is set to begin. 👩💼 🌞 Australia’s electric car drivers will be offered the chance to fill up their vehicles for less than $5 as part of a trial by the nation’s biggest energy retailer. 🌞 💪 Origin Energy has revealed plans to launch its EV Power Up trial next month as part of a larger plan to manage demand on its network and make use of more renewable energy. 💪 👥 Demand for the trial has already exceeded the number of spaces available, however, with 1000 electric car owners signing up to fill 200 places. 👥 #OriginEnergy #EVPowerUp #electricvehicles #renewableenergy #EVcharging #energytrial Brendan Manzie Ross De Rango Origin Energy Tesla AGL OVO ENERGY LTD OVO Energy Australia Simply Energy Simply Energy Electric Vehicle Council Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

As the adoption of EVs continues to accelerate, one area of particular significance is the integration of electric vehicle fleets into the broader energy network. By connecting EV fleets to the grid, organisations can unlock a myriad of benefits ranging from cost savings and operational efficiency to enhanced grid stability and renewable energy integration. For more information, click here: https://bit.ly/4bJSbYq #EnergyNetworks #ElectricVehicles #Connectivity #ElectricityNetworks