California will need significant investment in clean energy infrastructure to reach its 2045 electricity goals, and integrating bidirectional vehicles into the grid can reduce these projected costs.
Grid-integrated vehicles can reduce the amount of grid infrastructure needed by more effectively using renewable energy resources and reducing peak demand on the electricity system. Policies that support deployment of bidirectional-charging capable vehicles should be prioritized as Californians continue to face rising electricity costs.
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Reichmuth, David and Michele Canales. 2026. Driving Towards a Clean Grid: How EVs Can Support a More Affordable and Reliable Transition to Clean Electricity in California. Cambridge, MA: Union of Concerned Scientists. https://www.ucs.org/resources/driving-towards-clean-grid
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