Technological developments around electric mobility, in the general context of creating a sustainable energy ecosystem, are rapid. A few days ago, automaker Nissan announced that it will offer integrated and affordable bi-directional charging technology in select electric vehicles starting in 2026.
It’s about delivering on the commitments of Nissan’s business plan, “The Arc”, delivering innovation that supports the transition to electric vehicles, while also opening up new revenue streams. It also supports the company’s long-term vision, Ambition 2030, to create a cleaner, safer and more inclusive world.
Specifically, Vehicle to Grid (V2G) technology, which allows electric car owners to use the energy stored in their car’s battery to power their home or sell it to the grid, will initially be rolled out in the UK and then in other markets in Europe. . The project builds on Nissan’s vast experience in V2G technology, with around 40 pilot projects around the world over the last decade.
Following a successful year-long project at the University of Nottingham in the United Kingdom, Nissan has become the first car manufacturer to receive G99 Grid code certification with an alternating current (AC)-based application, which is essential to supply electricity to the national grid. UK energy. As part of the Nissan Energy initiative, the company aims to promote V2G technology in markets in Europe and beyond, offering V2G solutions based on alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC), in accordance with local infrastructure and regulations.
Using Nissan’s integrated two-way V2G technology, customers can reduce the annual cost of charging an electric vehicle by 50%. The same technology can also reduce net CO2 emissions from charging by 30% per year per electric vehicle for the average UK household.
Important: Electric vehicles equipped with V2G technology can play a critical role in integrating and increasing the share of renewable energy sources in the power supply by storing electricity generated from wind or sun and returning it to the grid when necessary, reducing dependence on fossil fuels. fuels.
As one of the two-way systems Nissan plans to offer, this UK-certified system uses an onboard charger to reduce costs, making the technology more accessible to more people. Nissan intends to offer the two-way AC charger at a price comparable to a one-way charger. In addition to reducing costs, Nissan’s V2G system will provide customers with full control and flexibility in energy management through a dedicated application.
This technology is part of Nissan’s strategy to create a fully integrated energy ecosystem – with sustainably built electric vehicles that offer zero emissions, charge with clean energy and are capable of delivering power to both the home and the grid.
Nissan emphasizes that it aims to become a truly sustainable company and in the Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region, leverages its unique diversity to drive locally focused actions and scalable solutions that contribute to a society cleaner, safer and more inclusive world for all.