Potential Impacts of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) on Regional Power Generation

Journal Article · Thu Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 2009 · Electricity Journal

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tej.2009.10.011· OSTI ID:968615

Hadley, Stanton W ^[1]; Tsvetkova, Alexandra A ^[1]

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PHEVs are expected to penetrate market soon. If recharging occurs during off-peak hours, the grid will not be significantly affected. However, peak-time recharging may lead to capacity shortfalls. This paper analyzes the potential impact of PHEVs on electricity demand, supply, generation structure, prices, and emissions levels in 2020 and 2030 in 13 U.S. regions under 7 recharging scenarios. The simulations predict that the PHEV introduction could impact demand peaks, reduce reserve margins, and increase prices. The type of power generation used to recharge the PHEVs and associated emissions will depend upon the region and the timing of the recharge.

• Research Organization: Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
• Sponsoring Organization: OE USDOE - Office of Electric Transmission and Distribution
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-00OR22725
• OSTI ID: 968615
• Journal Information: Electricity Journal, Journal Name: Electricity Journal Journal Issue: 10 Vol. 22; ISSN ELEJE4; ISSN 1040-6190
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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