Why Aussie garages could power homes around the nation
Plans are advancing to allow electric vehicle batteries to save Australian homes from blackouts and other power emergencies, but a few hurdles remain.
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Why benefits of vehicle to grid power technology could be wasted
ANU experiment proves 'two-way' works, but with some caveats
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When transmission lines fell, 16 electric vehicles fed power into the grid. It showed electric vehicles can provide the backup Australia needs
Electric vehicles are an increasingly common sight on Australian roads. Each one cuts carbon emissions by half compared to fossil fuel vehicles, but increases household electricity use by 50%.
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Emissions 'failure' without transport plan
New research shows Australia risks failure on medium and long-term emissions reduction commitments without a national plan to clean up the transport sector.
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