Vehicle to Everything pilot programs
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Keep your lights on using your EV
Through new bidirectional charger technology, your vehicle becomes a battery, storing electricity that can be used for your property in times of need and can provide savings on your electric bill. PG&E’s Vehicle to Everything (V2X) pilots offer incentives to help customers access this technology when available in early 2023.
- Power your property temporarily when there is an electrical outage
- Charge your vehicle during times when electricity is less expensive and use vehicle power when it’s more expensive (4pm-9pm)
- Earn additional incentives by sending electricity to the grid during times of high demand
Enrollment into PG&E’s Vehicle to Everything (V2X) pilot programs will begin in early 2023, once the vehicles and other required equipment are more widely available. Pre-enrollment is currently available to allow customers to:
- express interest
- reserve a rebate and opportunity to enroll when the technology is available
Incentives and eligibility for Vehicle to Everything pilot programs
| Pilot | Incentives | Eligibility and Requirements | Enrollment timing | Enrollment target | |
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V2X Residential  |
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Q1 2023 – Q2 2024 |
1,000 (or when incentives are exhausted) |
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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 |
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Q1 2023 – Q2 2024 |
200 (or when incentives are exhausted) |
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Up to $3,750 for performance Can stack incentives with V2X Residential or Commercial |
PG&E customers connected to a multi-customer microgrid and are located in a high fire threat district and who meet the other requirements of the program |
Q2 2023 – Q3 2024 |
200 (or when incentives are exhausted) |
Eligible Vehicles and Chargers Forecast
PG&E is currently revising the list and will post an updated version in the new year.
Additional incentives available
Additional incentives available:
Federal, State and Utility and Community Choice Aggregation (CCA):
- Alternative Fuels Data Center: Search Federal and State Laws and Incentives
- Air District and Utility EV Rebates | Clean Vehicle Rebate Project
- The EV Charger Tax Credit has been reinstated with the Inflation Reduction Act and provides up to $1,000 as a tax credit for purchase of a residential EV charging station
- PG&E electric vehicle resources
Commercial:
Understand the technology
Key components of how a Vehicle-to-Everything system works:
- 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.
1. Choose your vehicle.
Select a vehicle with bidirectional charging on the approved vehicles list (list to be posted soon).
2. Select a compatible charger.
Ensure there’s a bidirectional charger available to support your vehicle choice before you finalize your purchase decision together.
3. Find the right installer.
Unless you have an existing 208/240-volt outlet, you’ll need to work with an electrician who is certified by the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program.
Frequently asked questions
How long can the vehicle provide power to a property?
It depends on several factors, including 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 incentives offset the costs for bidirectional technology?
The upfront incentives for the V2X Pilots 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 to help offset the costs of your electric vehicle charger purchase.