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Nissan EV Owners Can Now Earn with Bidirectional Charging Through ChargeScape

October 8, 2024

Nissan is now part of ChargeScape, alongside BMW, Ford, and Honda, to help EV drivers save money with smarter charging and bidirectional charging (V2G).
ChargeScape offers cash incentives to EV owners who pause charging during peak times or sell energy from their car’s battery back to the grid.
By connecting EVs to the grid, ChargeScape helps reduce the need for expensive and polluting power sources during high-demand periods, supporting cleaner, renewable energy.

For too long, owning an electric vehicle (EV) has felt like a trade-off. Yes, you’re helping the planet, but are you really getting all the benefits you deserve? Are utilities and automakers giving you true control over how and when you charge? With Nissan joining ChargeScape, alongside BMW, Ford, and Honda, things are finally changing.

ChargeScape’s platform has one key idea: you, the EV driver, should get more. More control over your energy use, more rewards for helping the grid, and the freedom to earn from your car’s battery. Nissan’s investment in ChargeScape is all about giving drivers like you the power to manage your electricity and save more money.

V2G Tech Brings Bidirectional Savings to Nissan EV Owners Across North America

Sure, you save money but it’s also about breaking free from the outdated, one-way charging systems that hold back progress. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology allows your EV to do something incredible: send electricity back into the grid when it’s needed most. And this isn’t some far-off dream. It’s happening right now. Nissan, which has already sold over 650,000 LEAF models equipped with bidirectional charging capabilities, and now they’re bringing these V2G services to drivers across the U.S. and Canada.

“Joining ChargeScape helps us contribute to a nationwide reduction in CO2 emissions by enabling utilities to use EV battery energy storage to balance peak grid demands, while optimizing the use of renewable electricity sources,” said Kent O’Hara, president of Nissan’s 4R battery business. Nissan’s decision is part of a bigger push toward a greener, smarter future for EV owners, and helps you save money while driving cleaner.

Electrify Expo San Francisco test ride demo NIssan LEAF — _{EV enthusiast test driving the Nissan LEAF at Electrify Expo.}

Earn Money While Your EV Sits Idle: ChargeScape Lets You Profit from Smart Charging

But here’s the best part: you benefit directly. By letting your car pause charging when the grid is under heavy demand, or even sending power back to the grid, you can actually make money. It’s like getting paid just for leaving your car parked in your garage. ChargeScape’s platform handles all the details, adjusting your car’s charging in real time to match the grid’s needs. And now that BMW, Ford, Honda, and Nissan are all onboard, EV drivers across North America are going to see these perks grow even more.

Joseph Vellone, CEO of ChargeScape, stated, “Nissan’s decision to join us underscores their commitment to helping customers charge more cheaply and sustainably.” He’s not wrong. The move is also a major win for the grid. Instead of utilities relying on expensive and dirty “peaker plants” during high-demand periods, they can tap into the energy stored in EVs, like yours, to help reduce reliance on fossil fuels and even lower carbon emissions in the process.

Not only does the ChargeScape platform work for the grid, it also works for you. Whether you’re charging at home or using public stations, ChargeScape helps you find the best rates and earn rewards for smart charging. And with bidirectional charging (V2X) capabilities expanding, the future holds even more opportunities for you to make your EV an active participant in the energy ecosystem.

Save Money and Control Energy with Bidirectional Charging

In case you missed it: you save money, and take control over the energy your vehicle uses. You’ve invested in an electric car, so why should utilities be the only ones reaping the rewards? With ChargeScape, the power, literally, is in your hands.

And for those still hanging on to their gas cars, let’s not sugarcoat it: this is the future. Utilities, automakers, and forward-thinking drivers are coming together to build a cleaner, more efficient energy grid. With Nissan’s decision to jump into the ChargeScape joint venture, they’re pushing the entire industry forward. This is what real progress looks like: working together for sustainability, and most importantly, bringing the benefits right to you.

Electrify Expo San Francisco test ride demo Nissan Ariya and LEAF — _{Nissan ARIYA and LEAF on display at Electrify Expo.}

Keep an eye out as ChargeScape rolls out across North America. Charging your EV at home is just the beginning. Now, your electric car can become a way to save or even make money. With managed charging and V2G (vehicle-to-grid) capabilities, the days of simply owning an EV are over. It’s time to take charge, and ChargeScape is here to make it easy for you to take full advantage.

In the words of Nissan’s O’Hara: “ChargeScape helps us more conveniently and effectively connect utilities to EV drivers, making the ownership experience more valuable for drivers.” Are you ready to finally enjoy the freedom you’ve been waiting for?