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AeroVironment licenses PNNL EV smart charger controller technology

Green Car Congress

The Grid Friendly EV Charger Controller technology notifies the car’s battery charger when to start and stop charging based upon existing conditions on the electrical grid. By charging plug-ins when electricity is most readily available, the technology could translate into lower bills for vehicle owners and a more stable grid.

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Ford and Microsoft Partnering on EV Smart Charging

Green Car Congress

Microsoft Hohm is available today for free to all US residential energy consumers. Tags: Electric (Battery) Plug-ins Smart charging.

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What is V2X?

Driivz

V2L: Vehicle-to-load means that using an DC-to-AC inverter and AC power outlets, the EV battery can power plug-in electric devices, equipment, and appliances. . How is V2X Different from Smart Charging? . This helps balance the grid overall and, where available, takes advantage of flexible energy markets. . V2X requires: .

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

Driivz

Smart EV charging and energy management uses intelligence to ensure the safe delivery of power to EVs charging at your location without compromising the delivery of electricity to your facilities. Demand-response programs.

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What is Fleet Electrification?

Driivz

Whether it is light-duty delivery vehicles or heavy-duty trucks hauling large loads cross-country, fleet vehicles are essential to everyday life. Fleet electrification is defined as the transition of fleet vehicles from internal combustion engines (ICE) to zero-emission electric vehicles (EV). Unstable Charging Environment.

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RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE COMMISSION: Drive Electric’s advice on the second draft of the Emissions Reduction Plan (2026-2030)

Drive Electric

The government itself has set a target to have 30% of the light fleet electric by 2035. The transition to electric vehicles depends on the availability of renewable electricity and the infrastructure to enable users to charge their vehicles. EV smart charging could save the New Zealand economy close to $3 billion by 2035.

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What is Decarbonization?

Driivz

Electrification of light-duty road vehicles — cars, SUVs, and small trucks — will address more than half of the sector’s CO2 emissions. The auto industry is increasing the number and variety of EV models available and working to bring prices down to parity with comparable ICE vehicles.

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