Analysis of residential EV energy flexibility potential based on real-world charging reports and smart meter data

Abstract

The increase in the number of electric vehicles leads to an increased demand for residential charging. While EV electric loads can have a negative impact on the power grid, they also represent a large potential for energy flexibility. This study proposes a methodology to describe charging habits, electricity load profiles, and flexibility potentials of EV charging in apartment buildings. The input data used for the method are generally available for buildings with multiple EV charge points: EV charging reports with individual charging sessions and aggregated smart meter data. The case study is a large housing cooperative in Norway, with a combination of private and shared charge points for the residents. The study compares two charging power assumptions of 3.6 kW and 7.2 kW. The flexibility potential increases with higher charging power. The study reveals a significant potential for residential EV charging flexibility when private parking spaces have EV charge points.