EDF launches new trial to help solar customers use EV batteries to save money

• EDF is testing bi-directional charging technology that lets EV owners use their car batteries for home energy storage.
• The trial runs until February 2025, focusing on optimising EV charging for savings and reduced carbon impact.
• This initiative follows EDF’s EVolve tariff, aiming to make energy more affordable and accessible for everyone.

EDF trials using EV batteries to save solar customers up to £650 annually

EDF is testing a new offer to help customers with solar panels save money and reduce carbon emissions. The trial uses innovative bi-directional charging technology from Indra Renewables. This cutting-edge technology allows EV owners to use their car batteries as home energy storage.

When electricity prices are low, or when customers have excess solar energy, they can charge their EVs. Later, when prices are high, they can sell power back to the grid. The stored electricity in their EVs can also be used to power their homes. According to EDF, this could save drivers up to £650 a year.

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The trial will run until February 2025. EDF is working with researchers from Loughborough University and the University of Sheffield. They will study how effective the new system is and find ways to optimise EV charging for maximum savings and minimum carbon impact. EDF will also collect data to help customers develop smart charging habits.

The initiative follows the launch of EDF’s EVolve tariff, one of the cheapest EV tariffs available. It’s the next step in EDF’s mission to make energy affordable for everyone.