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New German Rules Let EVs Feed the Grid
1 Oct
Summary
- Germany's energy regulator issued new rules for EV batteries.
- Electric vehicle owners can power homes or feed grid.
- Vehicle-to-grid technology breakthrough achieved.
Germany's energy regulator has established new regulations, enabling electric vehicle owners to use their car batteries for home power or to contribute electricity to the national grid. This regulatory shift is a major advancement for vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.
The agency revised its initial draft following input from the industry, leading to the finalized rules. These changes empower EV owners to integrate their vehicle's energy storage capabilities into their home energy systems or feed power back into the grid.
This breakthrough in V2G technology allows for a more dynamic use of electric vehicle batteries, potentially enhancing energy efficiency and grid management across Germany. The new rules are effective immediately.
