V2G Technology

Kerala Pilot Project: KSEB, partnered with IIT Bombay, launched a V2G pilot project to assess feasibility in the state. This is important because it signals growing interest and investment in V2G tech in India.

V2G Definition: V2G enables EVs to send stored electricity back to the grid when idle, acting as decentralized energy storage.

Bi-directional Flow: V2G involves both G2V (charging) and V2G (discharging), creating a two-way energy flow. This is important because it offers flexibility in grid management.

Grid Support: V2G stabilizes the grid by storing surplus energy and supplying it during peak demand, reducing strain on power stations. This is important for grid reliability and efficiency.

Renewable Energy Integration: V2G helps overcome the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources by using EV batteries as distributed storage. This is vital for broader adoption of renewables.

Global Traction: V2G is gaining traction in mature EV markets (Europe, US) with pilot projects and incentives for owners to supply power back to the grid.

India’s Nascent Stage: V2G is in early stages in India, with focus on EV charging infrastructure integration and pilot projects planned by DISCOMs.

Regulatory Changes Needed: India needs supportive regulatory changes to mainstream V2G due to the current electricity market structure’s limitations.

KSEB Project Goals: Kerala’s project aims to assess EVs’ ability to support the grid during peak demand, particularly when solar energy is unavailable, addressing concerns about rising electricity demand from EVs.

Potential for Utilities: V2G and smart charging can turn EV integration from a challenge to an opportunity for DISCOMs, encouraging charging

Emergency Power:V2G provides decentralised storage for emergency and crisis situation and is actively being planned and tested in different regions like California.