Duke Energy is using 5 Ford F-150 Lightning pickup trucks to test their ability to be used in V2G and V2H configurations.
to its fleet in Florida and will use them to test vehicle-to-grid technology, commonly known as V2G, and vehicle-to-home systems, often referred to as V2H. F-150 Lightnings equipped with the optional Intelligent Backup Power option and a Ford Charge Station Pro bidirectional charger can power a typical home for up to 10 days. That’s great for homeowners but there’s more to the story.
“We’re continually testing clean energy innovations to gauge how they perform in complex real-life scenarios,” said Lon Huber, Duke Energy’s senior vice president of pricing and customer solutions. “Like our customers, we’re excited about the prospects of these advancements and we’re working to evaluate them in controlled environments so we can find ways to maximize their value and benefits.
Steven Croley, chief policy officer and general counsel for Ford Motor Company, added, “Ford’s electric vehicles are unlocking new possibilities in energy management for our customers, becoming valuable energy storage sources that are changing the game on the benefits an EV can deliver. Alongside Duke Energy and our mutual customers, we’re working to fine tune and expand these capabilities that will not only power their lives, but also accelerate the development of a less carbon-intensive grid.
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