New Jersey's Electric Grid Gets Smarter: Two-Way Vehicle Charging Program Launches
Official: DEP, BPU Announce Groundbreaking Eco-hub Program To Demonstrate Electric Grid Benefits Of Bi-Directional Charging (Joint News Release)
Reading: The program demonstrates bi-directional EV charging technology to support electric grid benefits, a clean-energy infrastructure innovation that advances grid modernization and emissions reduction.
The program is part of New Jersey's broader effort to modernize the energy system.
In clear language
New Jersey's Department of Environmental Protection and Board of Public Utilities are starting a pilot program that lets electric vehicles charge in a way that helps balance the electricity grid. This technology, called bi-directional charging, lets cars send power back to the grid when needed, reducing strain during peak times. The program is part of New Jersey's broader effort to modernize the energy system.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- Electric vehicle owners who park at participating locations
- Electricity customers statewide (through reduced grid strain and potential cost savings)
- Utilities managing power demand during peak hours
- Residents in areas where the pilot program is deployed
What can you do?
- If you own or plan to buy an electric vehicle, watch for pilot program locations where you can use bi-directional charging stations
- Learn more about the program on the New Jersey DEP or BPU websites to see if it's available in your area
Timeline
- 2026-01-15
No New Jersey official has a verified action on this policy yet.
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