General Motors is poised to revolutionize the way electric vehicles interact with the power grid, as the company announces plans to use EVs as a source of energy to help stabilize the grid during periods of high demand. With the increasing reliance on artificial intelligence and digital technologies, electricity consumption is skyrocketing, putting a strain on the grid. As a result, GM is exploring the use of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which would allow EV owners to sell excess energy back to the grid when their cars are parked and not in use. By leveraging the collective energy storage capacity of millions of EVs, GM aims to create a more resilient and efficient energy system, potentially reducing the need for peaking power plants and mitigating the impact of AI-driven energy consumption.
GM wants your EV to help power the grid as AI strains electricity demand Business Insider
