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NREL study finds that uncoordinated plug-in vehicle charging could prove challenging to the grid

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An influx of plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) charging without coordination could prove challenging to the nation’s electric grid, according to research conducted by the US Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Muratori noted that might be true in the future, but not necessarily.

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The Role of EVs in Reducing Grid Congestion in Europe

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The Role of EVs in Reducing Grid Congestion in Europe Download this paper to better understand the crucial role of coordination between the growth of EVs and the establishment of a smart charging infrastructure that can adjust to the anticipated electricity demand for EV charging.

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Toyota and Lexus partner with WattTime to offer lower emissions EV charging program

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WattTime, founded in 2014, provides information to everyone from power utilities to individual users on the best forecasted times to pull electricity from the grid for the smallest carbon footprint. Last year Toyota launched the all-new BEV crossover, the bZ4X. Toyota also offers PHEV vehicle options with the Prius Prime and RAV4 Prime.

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China’s battery storage capacity growth likely to slow in 2024 – ET Auto

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Grid-connected battery farms back up renewables when the sun is not shining or the wind is not blowing and are considered important to help integrate clean energy into power grids. They also face difficulties in securing grid connections and selling electricity into China’s power markets based largely on long-term contracts.

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China’s battery storage capacity growth likely to slow in 2024 – ET Auto

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Grid-connected battery farms back up renewables when the sun is not shining or the wind is not blowing and are considered important to help integrate clean energy into power grids. They also face difficulties in securing grid connections and selling electricity into China’s power markets based largely on long-term contracts.

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GM and AT&T to bring 5G to GM vehicles with enhanced core network; first available in MY2024

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Faster music and video downloads with higher quality. With more advanced features, robust software and faster download speeds, more data is accessible to provide a more convenient customer experience. GM and AT&T are collaborating to build a high performance 5G core network. Faster navigation, mapping, and voice services.

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China EV maker Nio has completed 40 mn battery swaps so far – ET Auto

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Swapping could help to ease the strain on power grids at peak times when drivers recharge, but industry analysts and executives expect it would only become feasible if batteries become more standardised. It currently has 2,382 battery swapping stations and 21,652 public charging stations, according to Li.

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