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UK publishes EV smart charging plan

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We want to make smart charging an easier choice for drivers of electric vehicles, whether that is charging on the driveway, at the workplace, or parked on the street. To do that we need to build new network infrastructure at pace, using the latest available technologies.

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What is EV Smart Charging?

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McKinsey Research shows that unmanaged, load-increases from EV-charging-power-demand may eventually push local transformers beyond their capacity, requiring expensive infrastructure upgrades. EV smart charging ensures the safe delivery of power to EVs without compromising on delivering electricity to offices, campuses and homes.

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The Role of Power Utilities in Turning EVs into a Grid Asset – Part 2

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Part 1 of this two-part blog discusses the challenges facing electric utilities – both electricity generators and grid operators – with electric vehicle (EV) adoption coinciding with the electrification of buildings, heating, and industry. Balancing the load with managed smart EV charging. Leveraging EVs as grid assets.

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What is V2X?

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V2X, meaning vehicle-to-everything, is the overarching term for transferring the electricity stored in electric vehicle (EV) batteries to the grid, buildings, houses, and other energy-consuming destinations. These terms designate the different destinations for the electricity drawn from the connected EV battery.

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The Role of Power Utilities in Turning EVs into a Grid Asset – Part 1

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EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the first installment in our two-part blog series on the role of utilities in turning EVs into a grid asset. We set the stage by examining EV adoption trends, the impact of EV charging on the grid, and the risks of unmanaged EV charging. . The impact of EV charging on the grid.

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How Businesses and Building Owners Can Save on Energy Costs with Smart EV Charging and Energy Management

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Through demand-response programs , utilities enroll and compensate companies willing to reduce consumption when demand is greater than available supplies of electricity. These programs can include EV charging as well as business operations such as manufacturing, industrial processes, or building cooling and heating.

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Beyond Basics: What Growth-Oriented Providers Should Look for In EV Charging Management Software

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EV smart charging and energy management This capability uses data and algorithms to determine when and how an EV plugged into a smart charger will receive power. Look for an EV charging management solution that integrates with all roaming platforms and supports one-to-one roaming protocols like OCPI.