Rapid Fire
V2G Technology
- 18 Apr 2025
- 1 min read
Kerala, in collaboration with IIT Bombay, has launched a pilot project to explore the potential of Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology.
- About V2G: It enables Electric Vehicles (EV) batteries to return power to the grid when not in use, supporting renewable energy integration and enhancing grid stability.
- Modes: It has two modes:
- Grid-to-Vehicle (G2V): Charging EVs using grid power.
- Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G): Discharging EV power back to the grid.
- Need: EV users provide services during fluctuations in renewable energy generation and serve as a decentralized storage resource, offering emergency power when needed.
- V2G Adoption: Globally, U.S., U.K and Netherlands lead with EV owners compensated for supplying power during peak demand.
- India is in the early stages of V2G adoption, primarily focusing on EV charging infrastructure.
- The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has established a committee on reverse charging, led by its chairman.
| Read More: New Electric Vehicle Policy 2024 |
