Ford F-150 Lightnings are powering the grid in first residential V2G pilot

Ford F-150 Lightning electric trucks are being used in a first-of-its-kind residential vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilot program in Maryland. The program, launched in July, is a collaboration between Sunrun, Ford, and Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE). The pilot allows homeowners with Ford F-150 Lightning electric trucks to use their vehicles to power their homes during grid outages or periods of high electricity demand. The vehicles can discharge electricity back to the grid, effectively turning them into mobile power sources. The program aims to explore the potential of electric vehicles to enhance grid resilience and support renewable energy integration. By tapping into the energy stored in EV batteries, the pilot could help reduce the strain on the grid during peak usage times and provide backup power during outages. The results of this pioneering V2G initiative will be closely watched as it could pave the way for wider adoption of this technology, benefiting both EV owners and the broader electricity grid.