An Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) funded Amber Electric project is accelerating the adoption of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology as the first of 50 V2G-capable chargers is installed in a residential setting.
The project will enable electric vehicles (EVs) to operate as "batteries on wheels", turning EVs into more than just a mode of transport and providing Australians with flexibility, savings and increased control over their energy use.
ARENA CEO Darren Miller said this was a potential game changer for Australia's energy system.
"This is a landmark moment for Australia's energy system. Vehicle-to-grid technology has the potential to transform how we think about and deploy energy storage and grid support. By enabling Australians to participate in the energy market through their EVs, we're unlocking new value streams and building a more resilient, renewable-powered future."
Amber Electric Co-CEO Chris Thompson said this installation shows what vehicle-to-grid technology will look like for everyday Australians.
"With millions of EVs expected on our roads in just a few years, we have an unprecedented opportunity to turn those batteries on wheels into a viable solution for grid stability and renewable energy storage," Mr Thompson said.
"Through Amber, homeowners maintain complete control while having the potential to make significant savings. When households participate in the energy transition, they should benefit directly – and that's exactly what this technology delivers."
ARENA has spearheaded the push to unlock the potential of V2G in Australia. The Amber Electric project is the latest in a series of Australian-first studies and projects funded by ARENA since 2019. The 2025 National Roadmap for Bidirectional EV Charging sets out the highest-priority government and industry actions required to commercialise V2G in Australia by 2030.
Unlocking V2G is a core focus under the Driving the Nation Program. Visit the funding page and read the latest Program Guidelines for details on how to apply.
