🔋 Smarter EV Charging That Strengthens the Grid⚡
The new partnership between ChargePoint and Eaton marks a significant step in solving one of electrification's biggest challenges: grid strain. Their integrated system delivers ultrafast charging while cutting infrastructure costs, but the real breakthrough is its bidirectional power flow.
This technology charges vehicles faster and transforms every EV into a distributed energy resource. Using vehicle-to-grid (V2X) capability, EVs can send power back to buildings during an outage or help balance the grid during peak hours. This is the flexibility our communities need as we electrify school buses and delivery fleets, using coordinated renewables and storage to reduce stress on local infrastructure.
This innovation helps make ambitious grid visions a reality. It allows us to build resilient charging hubs that actively support our neighborhoods. This is a powerful example of how we can deliver for our hometowns and serve our planet, building a stronger and more reliable energy future for everyone.
What role do you see bidirectional charging playing in your community's energy resilience strategy? How might this change the economics of fleet electrification for local businesses?
#CleanEnergyForAll #PGEPurpose #GridModernization #V2X #EVCharging
Rick Wilmer, David Peterson, Mike Iturreria, Jessie Butala, Ash Chowdappa, Mark Kelly, Casey Rasata, Liuxi(Calvin) Zhang, Ph.D., Paulo Ruiz Sternadt, Christopher Herbst, Ken Clifford, Sergio Letelier
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