Abstract
The importance of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) power
transfer is increasing due to increased penetration of electric
vehicles (EVs) along with an increasing focus on reducing fossil
fuel emissions. The V2G feature of EVs has the potential to
increase grid stability and optimize power flows at the
distribution scale for many developed regions. However, in
many developing regions, the grid is mostly intermittent, and the
role of EVs must be redefined in many unique scenarios. In line
with this rationale, this paper assesses two scenarios; 1, the role
of V2G in reliable utility grid (a typical case in developed
countries), and 2, the role of V2G in intermittent utility grid (a
common scenario in developing countries). Assessment is based
on the role of V2G in operational kWh cost reduction and CO2
emission reduction with tangible benefits of V2G operation as
compared to business as usual.