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Letter: Backing up the grid with electric vehicles (2)

Published 20 May 2026

From Brad Elliott, Sydney, Australia

In countries like Australia, EV batteries can be charged from solar panels and also supply power to the owner’s home during peak evening times. This also requires the purchasers to choose an EV that is originally adapted to that role or pay for a conversion. It would be more economical for all if it came as standard equipment. Most EV owners only use a small fraction of their battery’s capacity each day and thus this presents a great potential to increase the use of renewable energy.

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