Backup Power Capabilities

Pilot Objective

To conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to study technologies that enable the use of an electric vehicle’s bi-directional capabilities, such as vehicle-to-grid technology, to evaluate their readiness for adoption.

Pilot Status

The pilot is structured around three focus areas. Status updates for each focus area are provided below:

  • Environmental and Social Impact Study: The study has moved into the data collection phase. Key objectives and methodologies have been finalized, including emissions quantification, equity alignment, and scenario-based modeling using established data sources.
  • Market Analysis and Consumer Behavior Study: Secondary research has been completed. In-depth interviews with early adopters and industry stakeholders are currently underway to gather qualitative insights on adoption drivers, barriers, and market dynamics.
  • Technical Study: Final statement of work is pending, and the study is expected to initiate later this month.

Schedule

BE PilotLead VendorIntent to BidRFP IssuedProposals DueAward DatePilot In Field Start DatePilot In Field End Date
Backup Power Capabilities—Market Analysis and Consumer BehaviorEscalentJanuary 2025December 2024January 2025February 2025May 2025December 2025
Backup Power Capabilities—Environmental and Social Impact StudyWalker MillerJanuary 2025December 2024January 2025February 2025May 2025December 2025
Backup Power Capabilities—Technical StudyTBDJanuary 2025December 2024TBDTBDTBDDecember 2025
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