How can smart charging of electric vehicles support the energy transition?
In response to the climate emergency, France is shifting towards an increasingly renewable electricity mix, with a growing share of solar and wind power. These sources are intermittent, which raises a key challenge: how can we adapt our consumption to match a more variable production?
At the same time, the electrification of uses—especially in transport—is set to significantly increase electricity demand. This presents a major opportunity: to shift our consumption patterns and use electricity when it is most abundant and low-carbon.
In this downloadable article, we explore:
- The projected trajectories of the electricity mix by 2035 and 2050;
- The potential of smart charging to smooth demand and relieve pressure on the grid;
- The economic benefits for both the power system and end users;
- The technical, regulatory, economic, and operational levers needed to make this transformation a success.