Charging Management System Innovations: V2G Technology and Its Potential Impact on the Grid

Growing demand for electric vehicles and many other technologies required a lot of electricity.This could increase the load on our power grids by up to 38% by 2050.

Government agencies are working hard to meet this demand, but it’s a challenging task.What is the solution to this problem? Solution is V2G technology.This article will talk about the V2G technology and its impact on the grid.

What is V2G technology?

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology allows an electric vehicle (EV) to send power into the electricity grid using a bidirectional (two-way) charger controlled via a remote management system. Some vehicles with V2G can also be used to supply backup power.

How does V2G work?

V2G technology allows an electric vehicle to synchronise with the electricity grid and inject power back into the grid using a specialised bidirectional charger. These advanced devices contain sophisticated power converters which can either charge the EVs battery or send power back to the grid when instructed, such as in times of high power demand to help stabilise the grid.

To make it work following two prerequisites are required:

An electric vehicle with V2G capability.

A compatible bidirectional charger.

V2G program such as a VPP.

One can not simply connect a bidirectional charger to an EV and start feeding power into the grid without having approval from the grid operator. For it to work, the grid operator must be able to manage the bidirectional charger remotely and control the amount of energy injected into the grid. This remote management is typically done via a Virtual Power Plant program (VPP)

Bidirectional charging paving the way for V2G

Bidirectional charging — the technology that enables electric current to flow in both directions.The cost of moving to bidirectional charging is low for EVs, given that they already have onboard chargers and much of the required hardware already fitted. Bidirectional charging is not just about cars returning power to the grid. It also enables EVs to provide power to the home. That will be useful during power outages.

How V2G helps to balance grid

Grid stability and reliability: V2G can help to balance the grid by providing additional power during peak demand and helping to absorb excess power when demand is low. This can help to reduce the risk of blackouts and other grid disruptions.

Use of renewable energy: V2G can help to increase the use of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power. This is because V2Gs can store energy from renewable sources and release it back to the grid when needed.

Greenhouse gas emissions: V2G can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by reducing the need for fossil fuel-fired power plants.

Consumers money: V2G can help consumers to save money on their electricity bills by allowing them to sell excess power back to the grid.

Examples of how V2G technology could be used to improve the power grid

V2Gs could store solar energy during the day and release it back to the grid at night.

On a hot summer day when everyone is running their air conditioners, V2Gs could provide additional power to the grid.

If the power goes out, EVs connected to the grid could provide power to homes and businesses.

V2G technology in India

V2G technology is still in its early stages of development in India, but there is a growing interest in the technology from both the government and the private sector. The Indian government has set ambitious targets for the adoption of electric vehicles, and V2G technology.

In 2021, the Indian government launched a pilot project to test V2G technology in Delhi. The project is being implemented by the energy software company Sheru and the utility company BSES Rajdhani. The pilot project is expected to be completed in 2023.there are a number of private companies that are developing V2G technology and business models in India. For example, the company Numocity is developing a V2G platform that will allow EV owners to sell excess power back to the grid.

Key takeaway

V2G technology is still in its early stages of development.As V2G technology becomes more widely deployed, it is expected to have a significant impact on the power grid and the way that we generate and consume electricity.V2G technology has the potential to revolutionize the Indian power grid and help India to achieve its clean energy goals.