Enhancing Electric Vehicle Ownership with Innovative Utility Programs
EnergyHub is revolutionizing the electric vehicle (EV) landscape by teaming up with Toyota Motor North America. This groundbreaking partnership focuses on refining the EV charging process, providing Toyota and Lexus EV drivers with the opportunity to engage in utility programs aimed at reducing charging costs and contributing to grid stability.
The Positive Impact of Off-Peak Charging on the Grid
Encouraging EV owners to charge their vehicles during off-peak hours is a strategic approach to maintain a stable electricity grid. Such measures also help utilities manage surges in demand without resorting to costly infrastructure upgrades, thereby keeping electricity rates in check for the benefit of all consumers.
EnergyHub’s Commitment to Customer Choice and Ecosystem Expansion
Matt Johnson, the VP of Business Development at EnergyHub, highlights the significance of their collaboration with Toyota. This initiative not only enhances the EV ownership experience for drivers but also offers significant benefits to utility clients by integrating grid services through an extensive network of EV Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) associates.
A Spectrum of EV Programs Available to Consumers
EnergyHub’s utility partners present EV owners with a variety of programs to choose from. These offerings range from managed charging and vehicle-to-grid interactions to specific time-of-use rates and rebates for charging during off-peak hours. The programs are designed with the dual goal of supporting the owner’s budget-friendly EV operation and assisting with the planning of grid infrastructure.
Toyota’s Dedication to Sustainable Mobility
Toyota underscores its unwavering commitment to sustainable transportation by aiming to provide both Toyota and Lexus EV owners with energy solutions that are economical, eco-friendly, and grid-supportive. James George, General Manager of EV Charging Solutions at Toyota, stresses that partnering with EnergyHub is critical in fostering an outstanding customer experience within a dynamic home energy ecosystem.
The First Wave of Integration: Potomac Edison Steps Up
Maryland-based utility company Potomac Edison has pioneered the integration with EnergyHub’s platform, enabling its customers to enroll Toyota and Lexus vehicles. EnergyHub anticipates expanding its services to encompass additional utility programs in the coming year.
EnergyHub’s Role in Distributed Energy Resource Management
As the leader in North America for distributed energy resource management, EnergyHub views direct collaborations with OEMs as a strategic move to enhance the utility of grid service programs for both utilities and EV owners.
