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AeroVironment licenses PNNL EV smart charger controller technology

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If an unexpected event on the grid causes a rapid drop in the AC frequency, the charging system will stop charging, providing a grid “shock absorber.” First, reducing the cost of integrating variable renewable generation reduces the electricity costs for all ratepayers. —PNNL lead engineer Michael Kintner-Meyer.

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What is Demand Response?

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However, with the growth in renewable energy sources , utilities are exploring demand flexibility aimed at increasing consumption at times when solar or wind energy is abundant. What is a Demand Response event? ADR can help businesses reach sustainability goals through NetZero credits, LEED qualifications, and more.

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The Importance of Managed EV Charging

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Unmanaged EV charging is when charge points connect to the grid without any connection to management software. When EVs are plugged into unmanaged chargers, the charging session begins immediately and electricity flows to the vehicle at the maximum rate at which it can be drawn from the grid.