February 3, 2025

BCTA recently attended a discussion on Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Vehicle-to-Building (V2B) technologies, which offer new opportunities for fleet electrification and energy management. These technologies allow electric vehicles (EVs) to act as mobile batteries—storing energy during off-peak hours and sending it back to the grid or buildings when needed.

For medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs), V2G and V2B could significantly enhance energy efficiency by reducing grid strain, lowering electricity costs, and even generating revenue through demand response programs. However, several barriers remain, including:

• Infrastructure Costs – Many fleet yards lack bidirectional chargers and require costly electrical upgrades.
• Grid Compatibility – BC’s utility regulations are still evolving to support V2G integration.
• Vehicle Availability – Not all electric trucks currently support bidirectional charging.
• Operational Impact – Fleets must balance energy participation with transport availability.
• Unclear Financial Incentives – Policy and funding support for V2G are still developing.

Following a successful feasibility study, Fuse Power and Asset Market are moving forward with a real-world V2G project in partnership with BC Hydro and the B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE). As part of this initiative, they are evaluating fleet demand for V2G technology in BC and have invited BCTA to provide input.

Jeff Davis, leading the assessment, is available to connect with BCTA to explore opportunities for fleet EV charging and V2G integration. With BC Hydro and CICE advancing this pilot, there is growing potential for fleets to reduce costs, improve grid stability, and support sustainability goals by integrating V2G solutions.