With the shift from gas-powered to electric cars there’s the very real risk of the expansion of EVs leading to overpowering the energy grid, resulting in a shortage of energy at peak times. In response, a new opportunity for innovation and new business models has emerged: bi-directional charging. But what is it exactly, how does it all work, and how can I get involved? Let’s take a look. What is bi-directional charging? Bi-directional charging is the ability for your car battery to receive energy from the electricity grid and be also able to share the power it generates. There are…
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