SMRTR Science & EngineeringSep 11, 2025Interesting Engineering

EVs turned into mobile power plants: Nissan to help solve Silicon Valley’s energy crunch

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Nissan has launched a vehicle-to-grid pilot program in Silicon Valley to address power grid strain caused by AI data centers. The initiative, partnering with ChargeScape and utilizing Fermata Energy's bidirectional chargers, allows Nissan EVs to discharge stored battery energy back to the grid during peak demand periods. This innovative approach both supports Silicon Valley Power's electricity infrastructure and creates financial incentives for participating EV owners while demonstrating how electric vehicles can serve as mobile power resources.

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