Electrification of medium- and heavy-duty road transportation increases grid flexibility requirements

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2024

Authors

Knittel, Tamara
Lowry, Colton
Wild, Peter
Rowe, Andrew

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IESVic Energy Brief

Abstract

Key messages: - Electrification of end-uses changes the shape of electricity demand. - Shape of electricity demand drives electric grid infrastructure needs. - Future ramping rates are driven by electrification of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. - Electric vehicle charging control can limit capacity and flexibility requirements of the grid.

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Knittel, T.; Lowry, C.; Wild, P.; Rowe, A. (2024) Electrification of medium- and heavy-duty road transportation in-creases grid flexibility requirements. IESVic Energy Brief.