Energy supplier announces new ‘vehicle-to-grid’ charging initiative
Ovo Energy has launched a new range of systems that could potentially revolutionise the way energy is distributed
An innovative energy supplier has revealed a new domestic ‘vehicle-to-grid charger’ which is set to be rolled out this summer.
Created by Ovo Energy, the system allows owners of electric vehicles to sell surplus energy from their cars back to the National Grid. This could help supply UK homes and businesses with energy at times of high demand, and offset the cost of running an electric vehicle.
Due to be rolled out in a trial this summer to 1,000 Nissan electric vehicle owners, the system can automatically detect when demand is high on the grid, and distribute power from electric vehicles to meet this.
The technology is also able to check energy pricings – only charging a vehicle during off-peak times and therefore saving the owner money.
“We’re enabling thousands of EV batteries to help balance the grid in times of peak demand, allow more renewable energy to come onto the system, and enable households to reduce their electricity bills.”
Ovo Energy has also released a new home energy storage system for domestic users. It would allow owners to manage their energy and power use, enabling them to sell back energy to the grid should it not be used.
