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How to "Shave the Peak" when the electric grid is dirtiest

Green Energy Consumers

Over the next few days, you might hear from your local utility or our electric grid operator, ISO-New England, that our electricity system will be stressed. In this blog, we’ll explain how weather affects the power grid, and how we can collectively try to cope.

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Tesla launches large-scale Virtual Power Plant (VPP) at Puerto Rico

Teslarati

Tesla has announced the launch of a large-scale Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program in Puerto Rico, allowing Powerwall owners to participate in the territory’s Battery Emergency Demand Response Program. The utilization of the VPP could prevent power outages and reduce the need to rely on fossil fuel-powered peaker plants.

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GE and Nissan Get Into Smart Charging

Revenge of the Electric Car

General Electric and Nissan plan to research “smart charging&# technologies for electric vehicles to help consumers take advantage of cheaper electricity rates and keep the power grid stable. smart-grid lab for three years. Credit: GE).

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The Birthplace of the AC Grid

Cars That Think

In 1952 PG&E donated the powerhouse to California, according to an article about the facility on PG&E's blog. The Folsom Powerhouse provided electricity to Sacramento for nearly five decades. The original Folsom dam was removed to make way for a larger dam, and the facility was designated a state historic park.

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How Long Do Electric Car Batteries Last?

Blink Charging

It allows cars to get charged from a power grid and the battery to charge the grid back. Bidirectional charging turns an electric vehicle into a power plant on wheels and powers an entire house, if necessary. The concept of bidirectional charging is also gaining space among manufacturers and drivers. Miles Ahead.

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What Does Battery Storage Mean for EV Drivers?

Blink Charging

In 2030, McKinsey estimates that there may be as many as 48 million EVs plugging into the US power grid, which means that utility providers are already preparing for the increased load. Here’s what battery storage means for you. What is a battery energy storage system?

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Enhance EV Drivers’ Satisfaction with Flexible Pricing & Efficient Billing

Driivz

These time-of-use pricing models consider all facets of charging to determine the specific tariff – consumer satisfaction, the load variance of the power grid, etc. The fees can vary by time of day, with higher rates charged during peak hours.

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