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Xcel Energy launches EV smart charging pilot in Colorado; Transportation Electrification Plan for New Mexico approved

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Xcel Energy has launched a new pilot for customers of five major automakers to make it easier for consumers to make the switch to electric vehicles in Colorado and to charge their EVs at times when renewable energy production is high and demand on the energy grid is low.

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DOE to provide nearly $170M in funding to advance solar energy technologies

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The new research and development funding will support four areas of investment, including improving the efficiency and performance of solar cells; developing new installation—or balance of systems—technologies; advancing solar energy grid integration; and researching new materials and processes for solar PV technologies.

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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. This helps balance the grid overall and, where available, takes advantage of flexible energy markets. .

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Tesla Energy to be part of ‘change in U.S. generation portfolio’: DOE

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Department of Energy has announced that products like the Tesla Megapack will radically alter the country’s energy generation system in the coming years. The Energy Information Administration (EIA), a part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), has released a report stating that U.S.

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Tesla secures new Megapack project with Arevon, bringing 2021 partnership to 1,000 MWh

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The new contractual agreement brings Arevon’s 2021 total to 250 MW/1,000 MWh of battery energy storage systems, all powered by the Tesla Megapack at sites in California and Nevada. Those who depend on the energy grid to power their homes are tasked with cutting back on use.

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Smart Charging: How AI and IoT are Transforming EV Charging

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The current state of EV charging infrastructure varies globally, with some areas densely populated with charging stations, while others are just beginning to build out their networks. By analyzing data such as energy demand, pricing fluctuations, and individual user habits and preferences, AI can determine the most efficient times to charge.

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4 Ways That Your Business Benefits From EV Power Management Software

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One consideration for businesses and owners of other buildings offering EV charging is how to deliver the necessary power to charge EVs through electrical capacities that are often developed without EV charging in mind. Decreased Upfront Costs for Property Owners As we mentioned before, electric vehicles can consume a lot of energy.

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