What is the project’s position on vehicle-to-grid technology and electric...

The Future Grid car is an electric vehicle (a Nissan Leaf) and there are individuals in the team and community who are highly enthused about this technology. However, operating within a constrained budget and timeline, electric vehicles or related trials have not been considered as part of the project. The team has designed a series of interdependent activities that serve to consider immediate issues in the system and support further renewable energy penetration into the Alice Springs grid in a cost-effective and realistic way. These interventions make use of and optimise existing grid infrastructure, which is a valuable public asset. The Future Grid team welcomes any future or parallel projects that support the increased use of electric vehicles in Alice Springs or focus on the integration of this technology as another means of supporting the grid.