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CU-NREL Energy Institute Launches Study of Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles in Boulder; 18 Prius PHVs

Green Car Congress

in a field study of household experiences and the technical impacts of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), in a smart grid environment. A community blog on the field study will be hosted at cupluginhybrid.org. Tags: Hybrids Plug-ins Trials. Toyota Motor Sales will supply 18 Prius PHVs for the two-year program.

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

Driivz

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. . Which statement is correct? Utilities in the U.S.

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EV Smart Charging Regulations Protect the Grid and Optimize the Charging Experience

Driivz

In this blog we will look at what those regulations are and their implications on building and operating an EV charging business. . Real-time energy metering and communications to ensure the stability of the grid and optimize charging for the benefit of the grid and the consumer . Adoption of technical standards .

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Wireless vs. wired 

Electric Auto Association

How does it compare to plug-in charging? Let’s start by establishing the efficiency of plug-in charging. For more about charging, here’s our WiTricity blog.) Plug-in charging is not 100% efficient. Energy loss, primarily in the form of heat, occurs every step of the way from grid to battery.

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CEO Mary Barra & General Motors Make Sure The Greenius Is Rewarded For His Many Years Of EV Advocacy

Creative Greenius

As a former top corporate subject matter expert, I took a very deep made myself a environmental resource for others in my reincarnation as The Creative Greenius and author of this blog. But I was still stoked to exhibit the car at every LA area EV Expo, Earth Day Event and Plug-In spectacular.

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See the Latest on NEVI 2023

EV Connect

Our previous blog details the criteria and funding that apply for eligible projects. The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program (NEVI) was approved in September 2022 with a $5 billion boost to help install fast chargers along interstate highways in all 50 states. and Puerto Rico) submitted EV infrastructure deployment plans.

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Is your smart charger about to become dumb? Don’t get caught out, says myenergi

My Energi

Much like a smart meter, these devices can send and receive signals to and from the energy grid to manage the time or rate of charging. Compared to the public charging network, most users can plug-in at home for less than half the price, while those with solar panels and an eco-smart device can charge – effectively – completely for free! “To