The transition to BEVs may require more grid capacity, but BEVs also add a _lot_ of storage to the grid, which can reduce the impact of peak demand events. In c

The transition to BEVs may require more grid capacity, but BEVs also add a _lot_ of storage to the grid, which can reduce the impact of peak demand events. In circumstances like this, car owners can opt to discharge their batteries into the grid and be paid higher-than-normal rates for that energy. California is already experimenting with these programs, e.g.: https://www.utilitydive.com/news/california-approves-117m-vehicle-to-grid-pilots-in-pge-footprint/621393/ https://www.utilitydive.com/news/california-approves-117m-ve... Even without vehicle-to-grid programs, electric car owners can already choose to charge later at night when the demand peak has passed (and power is cheaper).