EDF and Hypervolt have teamed up to launch Ultra Mode, a new smart charging feature that rewards electric vehicle (EV) drivers for supporting the grid.
EDF is a Virtual Trading Party (VTP) in electricity markets, which allows it to sell aggregated flexibility into wholesale and local markets to support a more stable, efficient and low-carbon system. For example, 10,000 EVs connected via EDF (which trades with its PowerShift platform) can provide 10MW of flexible power. Ultra Mode allows eligible drivers to earn cash rewards by charging their vehicles at optimal times, even if EDF is not their regular energy supplier.
EDF PowerShift automatically schedules charging when electricity is cheaper, while ensuring mobility needs are met. By opting in, drivers receive monthly payments.
Stuart Fenner, Wholesale Market Services Commercial Director at EDF, said: “Smart home EV charging helps make the grid cleaner, more flexible, and more cost effective. With Hypervolt’s UltraMode integrated with our PowerShift platform, EV owners can get rewarded for activity supporting the grid.”
Flavian Alexandru, Founder and CEO of Hypervolt, added: “Ultra Mode is a Hypervolt innovation designed to put drivers at the heart of the energy transition. We’re delighted to launch with EDF PowerShift, making smart charging simple, rewarding and effortless.”
EDF is expanding its flexibility services to all enabled behind-the-meter assets, to contribute towards the UK’s target of 12GW of consumer-led flexibility by 2030.