KATHMANDU: Germany has introduced new rules to make it easier for electric vehicle owners to sell electricity from their cars back to the power grid.
Germany’s Federal Network Agency adopted the MiSpeL framework on October 1. It covers electricity storage and bidirectional charging systems. The rules allow EV owners to store both grid electricity and solar power in the same battery without losing eligibility for certain renewable energy subsidies.
Under the new system, EV owners can charge their vehicles when electricity is cheaper and send power back to the grid when demand and prices are higher. Some charges on electricity supplied back to the grid will also be reduced.
However, not every EV can participate. The vehicle must support vehicle-to-grid (V2G) charging. Owners will also need compatible charging equipment, metering and a suitable electricity contract. A vehicle with only vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability will not qualify.
The new system will not be available nationwide immediately. Grid and meter operators have until September 30, 2027, to prepare for the new rules. They can also implement the system earlier.
The scheme does not guarantee profits for EV owners. Earnings will depend on equipment costs, electricity contracts and how often the vehicle remains connected to the grid.
