PG&E Vehicle to Everything pilot programs

Keep your lights on using your EV

New bidirectional charger technology allows you to use the power in your electric vehicle's battery. PG&E’s Vehicle to Everything (V2X) pilots offer incentives to help customers access this technology.

Power your property temporarily when there is an electrical outage
Charge your vehicle when electricity is less expensive and use vehicle power when it’s more expensive (4 p.m. - 9 p.m.)
Earn additional incentives by sending electricity to the grid during times of high demand

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There are three Vehicle to Everything pilot programs:

Pilot	Incentives	Eligibility and Requirements	Enrollment target
V2X Residential	$2,500 upfront ($3,000 for customers in Disadvantaged Communities) Up to $2,175 additional for performance	Residential customers within PG&E service area that have a standard split-phase 240v electrical service and select from one of the vehicles/chargers listed in the Getting Started tab. Enrollment in customer group A.5 Vehicle-Grid Integrations of the Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP) is required and offers additional incentives.	1,000 (or when incentives are exhausted)
V2X Commercial	3-phase bidirectional charger less than 50 kW: Up to $2,500 upfront ($3,000 for customers in Disadvantaged Communities), up to $3,625 for performance 3-phase bidirectional charger greater than or equal to 50 kW: Up to $4,500 upfront ($5,000 for customers in Disadvantaged Communities), up to $3,625 for performance	Commercial customers within PG&E service area that have standard 3-phase electrical service and select from one of the vehicles/chargers listed in the Getting Started tab. Enrollment in customer group A.5 Vehicle-Grid Integrations of the Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP) is required and offers additional incentives.	200 (or when incentives are exhausted)
V2X Microgrids	Up to $3,750 for performance Can stack incentives with V2X Residential or Commercial	PG&E customers who are connected to a multi-customer microgrid subject to Public Safety Power Shutoffs and select from one of the vehicles/chargers listed in the Getting Started tab. Customers who are eligible for Pilot 3 will be identified and contacted after their full application has been reviewed.	200 (or when incentives are exhausted)

Additional incentives available:

Key components of the Vehicle-to-Everything system:

Electric vehicle battery: Most batteries currently used for electric vehicles are Lithium-ion, a type of battery technology that is compact and able to charge and discharge quickly and efficiently. Lithium-ion batteries are also used in laptops and phones.
Electric vehicle charger:
- Inverter: Converts stored direct current (DC) electricity from your vehicle battery to alternating current (AC) electricity which is used by your property and PG&E’s grid. Inverters allow electricity to flow from your vehicle to your property or the grid and can be located as part of the charger, a separate electrical box and in your vehicle.
- Wiring and backup power configuration: Can be configured to either power your whole property or only essential items during a power outage. Talk to your system provider to determine what backup power setup is best suited to your needs.
Smart energy management software and communication technology: Automates charging and discharging and monitors system performance to ensure product safety and reliability. This software can be programmed to reserve a portion of your battery’s charge so that you always have enough for your transportation needs. Some system providers offer a way to automatically charge your battery when energy is cheaper and discharge when it’s more expensive.

Download the application checklist (PDF, 362 KB) to find everything you need to enroll.
Before you buy anything, use this key question guide (PDF 279 KB) to discuss your facility’s readiness for V2X with an electrician.
Select a vehicle and its compatible charger from the eligible products list. NOTE: We are currently revising the list and will post an updated version soon.

NOTE TO MANUFACTURERS: If you want to see your product listed here, please contact vgipilotcommunications@pge.com.

Customer FAQs

How long can the vehicle provide power to a property?

It depends on several factors:

how much charge your vehicle has when the outage occurs,
how much of your battery you would like to reserve for your transportation needs, and
what electrical need the vehicle is supporting during an outage.

For example, a Ford F-150 Lightning with standard battery range with 80% starting charge can:

power an entire home for two days, or
power critical home appliances such as a fridge for as long as a month, and
still keep 20% of the battery to power the vehicle.

How much do V2X Pilot incentives offset the costs for bidirectional technology?

The upfront incentives were designed to offset the estimated extra cost of a bidirectional charger. The performance-based incentives and enrollment in the Emergency Load Reduction Program can provide additional savings.

What happens if I need an electric panel or service upgrade?

After an electrician confirms you need a panel upgrade for your chosen EV charging station, you will need to contact PG&E to submit a change-of-service application. Form 79-1095 (PDF, 256 KB) allows you to grant authorization for the electrician to submit the application on your behalf. Change-of-service applications can be completed through the Customer Service Call Center at 1-877-743-7782 or Your Projects.

You will need to include this information in your application:
- Rate option: Choose the rate you'll use to charge your EV.
- Charging load: Load amount from your EV supply equipment (EVSE). This is based on the charging system's voltage and amperage. An electrician can help you determine this information.
This application will help PG&E's Express Connections expedite your change of service.
- Turnaround time for completed panel upgrades is dependent on the customer, who will be asked to provide pictures of the project area.

Please note: It can take up to 3 weeks for Express Connections to respond to requests. Check the status of your application through the Your Projects portal.

How much does it cost to connect my bidirectional electric vehicle system to the PG&E grid?

The following interconnection study fees will apply:

	Amount	Description
	$800	Interconnection Request Fee
	$2,500	Supplemental Review Fee (if project fails Initial Review)
	$10,000	Detailed Study Refundable Deposit (if project fails Supplemental Review or applies directly to Detailed Study) for generating facility 5MW or less
	$50,000 plus $1,000 per MW of electrical output	Detailed Study Refundable Deposit (if project fails Supplemental Review or applies directly to Detailed Study) for generating facility greater than 5MW

Do I need to be enrolled in a specific rate to be eligible to participate?

Yes, you must be on one of the time-of-use (TOU) rates listed below. You may request a rate change through your online account, or by calling 1-877-743-7782.

Residential – E-ELEC or EV2A
Small Business – B6
Medium Business – B10
Large – B19 or B20

What is an aggregator and what do they do?

An aggregator is responsible for sharing data between the utility and the customer’s smart device (in this case, your vehicle and charger). An aggregator does this for groups of customers and aggregates their information into one message to the utility. Find your aggregator listed under Getting Started, above.

Contractor FAQs

How do I comply with the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) certified electrician requirement?

Project EVITP requirements align with Assembly Bill 841 and CA Public Utilities Code 740.20.

If the electric vehicle charging infrastructure and equipment to be installed supplies charging ports with 24.9 kilowatts or less and no charging ports supplying 25 kilowatts or more, then it will be installed by a contractor with an appropriate license classification, as determined by the Contractors’ State License Board, in good standing, with at least one electrician on each crew at all times during work hours who holds an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) certification.
If the electric vehicle charging infrastructure and equipment to be installed supports at least one charging port supplying 25 kilowatts or more, then it will be installed by a contractor with an appropriate license classification, as determined by the Contractors’ State License Board, in good standing, with at least 25 percent of the total electricians working on the crew, at all times during work hours, holding EVITP certification.

When should I contact PG&E Service Planning?

After performing an electrical assessment, contact PG&E to submit a change-of-service application. Form 79-1095 (PDF, 256 KB) will allow you to act on the customer’s behalf. Note that the customer’s authorization is required.

Applications can be completed through the Customer Service Call Center at 1-877-743-7782 or Your Projects.
You will need to include the following information in your application:
- Rate option: Choose the rate the customer will use to charge their EV.
- Charging load: Load amount from the EV supply equipment (EVSE). This is based on the charging system's voltage and amperage.
- Panel upgrade: Does the dedicated circuit require a panel upgrade.
  If a panel upgrade is needed, this application helps PG&E's Express Connections expedite the change of service.
  Turnaround time for completed panel upgrades is dependent on the customer, who will be asked to provide pictures of the project area.

Please note: It can take up to 3 weeks for Express Connections to respond to requests. Check the status of your application through the Your Projects portal.

Does the system need to be interconnected under Electric Rule 21?

Under Electric Rule 21, the customer’s system will need to be interconnected to perform vehicle-to-grid (V2G) use cases. V2G use cases will not be tested until Phase 2 of the pilot (expected to start in late 2023). Systems that are not capable of V2G operation initially can be installed as backup generation only and submit an interconnection application later. Form 79-1095 (PDF, 256 KB) will allow you to act on the customer’s behalf but requires their authorization.

Backup generation only: Your Projects portal → “Connect Solar Panels, Wind Turbines, or Other Generating Equipment” → “Standby Emergency Generator” → “Break Before Make”
Interconnection for grid-tied systems: Your Projects portal → “Connect Solar Panels, Wind Turbines, or Other Generating Equipment” → “Complex Self Generation” → “Non-Export” → Add Form 79-1070 (PDF, 256 KB) to allow export

What if the customer also has rooftop solar or other renewable technology on Net Energy Metering (NEM)?

Customers with an existing solar or other renewable technology on NEM can install a bidirectional EV. However, they will not receive NEM credits for export from the vehicle. They will use the NEM Multiple Tariff for their existing system to earn NEM credits. There will be equipment requirements (PDF, 312 KB) added to ensure energy is correctly metered.

For additional questions, contact vgipilotcommunications@pge.com.

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