There exists a technology that powers your house using an EV battery. A Glimpse into the Future Now that there are ways to store energy, the growing demand for electricity, and the reliance on renewables, carmakers, utilities, and regulators are exploring how to collaborate with this new technology. In recent years, California has been experimenting with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems that could help to integrate EVs into the grid by turning them into power sources when they are not being used. If you’re experiencing an internet lag while browsing, consider switching to a reliable internet service provider. And if not, let’s dive right into our topic. What’s Happening? The state has been testing this technology with utility companies such as Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and Southern California Edison (SCE). California has been making some of the US’s most progressive transportation policies to support its transition from gasoline-powered cars. California is planning to ban new gas-powered car sales by 2035, just in time for the wave of electric cars coming up in the market. California passed a bill requiring the CPUC to make various improvements to vehicle-grid integration. The California Energy Commission is funding several experiments to find out how […]
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