Mass Adoption of V2G EV Charging Could Curb Wastage of Renewable Energy
Mass adoption of vehicle to grid (V2G) technology could play a major role in curbing renewable energy waste. Global renewable generation frequently surpasses consumption needs, especially from wind and solar installations. Constrained transmission networks and inadequate storage capacity typically force operators to discard this clean electricity, squandering potential output. In 2023, British wind operations discarded 4.3 terawatt hours of extra generation, representing roughly one-twentieth of yearly production. This was enough energy to supply 1.5 million residences annually and the lost energy cost consumers approximately $380 million. Comparable situations appear throughout Europe, North America, Australia and other territories that are accelerating clean capacity additions but network infrastructure isn't keeping pace with the growing renewable energy capacity. Off England's southern…
