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PG&E disaster hybrid truck

Summary

PG&E donated one PHEV truck to the Napa city fire department for use in disaster response operations. Truck allowed 'first responders' to plug-in lighting and equipment at the site of an emergency. PG&E worked with vehicle manufacturers to develop a series of purpose-built PHEVs with export capability.

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United States (US)

North America

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Timespan

2014 Fill 1Created with Sketch. 2014

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Chargers

1

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Lead partner

PG&E

  • Efficient Drivetrains

Focus: Technical

Segment: Commercial

Charging location: Work

Tech: PHEV truck - model not known. Modified by Efficient Drivetrains Onboard bi-directional converter - up to 80kW export

Charger Type: Unknown

Services

  • Frequency
    Response
  • Reserve
  • Arbitrage
  • Distribution
    Services
  • Time shifting
    for energy users
  • Emergency
    back-up

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