V2G

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Vehicle-2-Grid (V2G)

V2G is an emerging technology that allows electric vehicles to draw from and also supply power to the grid in compliance with Australian and Ausgrid standards.

What is Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)?

Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) is an innovative technology that allows electric vehicle (EV) owners to use their car’s battery as a source of power for their home.

For example your EV battery can act as a power source for your house. In the future you could use it to absorb excess energy from your solar panels to use later, using the stored energy in your EV to run your appliances when needed.

Reduces energy costs

V2G offers a practical solution to lower household electricity costs. By leveraging your EV’s battery, you can cut down on your power bills. This makes EVs not just an eco-friendly choice but also a financially savvy one.

V2G part of a two-way energy system

Our grid is increasingly becoming more dynamic with energy flowing in both directions from generators and customers. V2G technology also has the potential to sell excess energy from your EV back to the grid, much like we do with solar today. Dependant on your retailer, it means the potential to reduce your electricity bills as well as sharing your stored energy with the broader community.

Current installation guidelines

Ausgrid currently allows V2G EV chargers on its network under the same rules as solar and battery installations. To be compatible, the charger must meet the AS/NZS4777.2 standard and be listed on the Clean Energy Council's Approved Inverter List. You can find the list here: Clean Energy Council Approved Inverters.

Certification and availability

AS/NZS4777.2 standards are being updated to accommodate new technologies. Ausgrid expect compliant chargers to be available in early 2025.

Looking ahead - V2G in the Ausgrid network

As V2G technology becomes more accessible, Ausgrid supports making it available to all EV drivers. We are researching the inclusion of V2G capabilities in all future kerbside chargers, helping more people benefit from this emerging technology.

Partnership opportunities

Ausgrid is collaborating with EVCI providers interested in placing chargers on our kerbside assets, like poles and kiosks.

Kerbside charging

Not everyone can charge their electric vehicle at home, which is why Ausgrid is collaborating with providers to install chargers on our kerbside assets, like poles and kiosks.

EV charging and connection support

Discover the ins and outs of charging your electric vehicle and connecting to Ausgrid's electricity network.