Vehicle-to-Grid Technology

What are the Major Technology and Implementation Problems for V2G?

AGENDA
6:00p Welcome reception
6:30p Presentation with Q&A
7:30p Networking
8:00p End

ABSTRACT
Vehicle-to-Grid technology, or bidirectional charging, enables an electric vehicle to discharge its battery to a home or the gird, serving as a backup energy supply. Automakers are beginning to offer vehicles enabled to with bidirectional charging functionality, using different technical approaches and integration solutions. This presentation will explore the major technical problems that need to be addressed to support widespread adoption of bidirectional charging and how these technical challenges relate to regulatory and business challenges.

BIO
Adam Langton is the Energy Services Manager for BMW of North America, LLC. In this role, Adam develops digital energy products related to BMW’s electric vehicle models, including smart phone functionality, data tools, and fleet management services. Adam leads a BMW team developing and implementing the BMW ChargeForward smart charging program and leads BMW’s efforts to provide sustainable energy for BMW electric vehicle drivers.
Prior to joining BMW, Adam worked at the California Public Utilities Commission, supporting the state’s electric vehicle programs and developing the state’s carbon cap-and-trade program. Adam is based at BMW’s Technology Office in Silicon Valley.