Ford and Resideo Launch a New Vehicle-to-Home Project

Ford and Resideo Technologies, Inc. have just unveiled an electrifying collaboration—the “EV-Home Power Partnership.” This dynamic initiative will revolutionize vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy management. Get ready to witness the incredible potential of harnessing electric vehicle batteries for cutting-edge home energy management. Brace for a thrilling exploration, testing, and quantifying customer benefits that showcase the unparalleled advantages of merging bi-directional EV charging with Resideo’s ingenious smart thermostat. Picture the excitement as this collaboration not only slashes customers’ monthly electric bills but also eases the strain on the U.S. electric grid, paving the way for a cleaner energy future while ensuring ultimate homeowner comfort.

Ford, the trailblazer in introducing a full-size electric truck with bi-directional charging capabilities for North American homes, is teaming up with Resideo, a global powerhouse in home comfort solutions, First Alert security and safety, and a leading provider of residential load management programs for utilities. This collaboration is your ticket to exploring home energy management possibilities that were once beyond reach with internal combustion engine vehicles.

Hold tight because the F-150 Lightning, armed with Intelligent Backup Power, is ready to take center stage. This powerhouse can now tackle outages and play a leading role in the EV Home Power Partnership project. Imagine the thrill as Resideo’s smart thermostats seamlessly integrate with the energy stored in the F-150 Lightning’s battery, becoming the brain behind powering your home’s heating and cooling systems.

But that’s not all—prepare for the project’s exhilarating mission. It’s all about evaluating how the dynamic coordination between bi-directional EV charging and a smart thermostat can be a game-changer, reducing overall home energy demand during electric grid stress. Hold your breath as this collaboration aims to reduce energy consumption during peak hours, aligning with consumers’ Time-of-Use (TOU) electricity rates. And the grand finale? Witness how this synergy between the battery and smart thermostat can unlock the full potential of cleaner energy from the grid when renewable sources are at their prime.

“Driving electric is unlocking an entirely new world of personal energy management that could not only save our customers time and money, but also help support a more sustainable energy grid. Successful vehicle-to-home energy management solutions would give Ford EV drivers as well as utilities and power companies the confidence to accelerate future vehicle-to-grid services never-before thought possible with traditional vehicles.” 

-Bill Crider, Head of Global Charging and Energy Services, Ford Motor Company

 

Feel the buzz as electric vehicle batteries become the unsung heroes, stabilizing the electric grid and ensuring homeowners remain comfortable during energy-related adventures. The Ford and Resideo partnership isn’t just a collaboration; it’s a thrilling journey that promises to benefit you and the electric grid. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime!

“The two largest contributors to an individual’s carbon-emission footprint are usually their car and the heating and cooling of their home. With this EV Power Partnership project, we can discover new ways for F-150 Lightning owners to utilize their EV battery to power their home’s heating and cooling and to help build a home energy management strategy that can optimize their home’s comfort and energy use. By creating energy-efficient ecosystems between trusted global brands, our Resideo Grid Services team can help ensure a more resilient electric grid for the community, prepare it for more renewables and deliver energy savings for consumers.”

-Dana Huth, EVP and Chief Revenue Officer, Resideo

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