Rivian and EnergyHub Partner to Enhance Utility EV Programs Across North America
Key Takeaways
- The partnership enables Rivian drivers to participate in utility-managed EV charging programs across North America.
- It supports utilities in scaling cost-effective managed charging, turning EVs into valuable grid resources.
- Both companies aim to make grid-aware managed charging accessible, benefiting drivers and utilities alike.
In a recent press release, EnergyHub, a leading provider of grid-edge flexibility solutions, and Rivian, the American electric vehicle manufacturer, announced a partnership to expand access to utility EV programs for Rivian drivers across North America.
For Rivian drivers, this will enable new opportunities to discover and participate in utility EV programs. For utilities, the partnership will make it easier to recruit drivers and scale cost-effective managed charging programs that unlock electric vehicles as grid resources, driving a more reliable, affordable grid for everyone, according to the release.
As more drivers electrify, EV managed charging plays a critical role in supporting utilities by aligning charging behavior with local grid conditions. Through the partnership, Rivian vehicles will be eligible for both passive and active managed charging programs.
"Partnering with EnergyHub allows us to provide even more drivers with the opportunity to simplify their daily routine through intuitive smart charging features built directly into the Rivian ecosystem," said Andrew Peterman, Director of Advanced Energy Solutions at Rivian. "By integrating managed charging programs, we’re not only lowering costs for our drivers and elevating the ownership experience, but also ensuring that every Rivian on the road contributes to a more resilient and secure grid for everyone.”
Rivian and EnergyHub are working to launch Rivian into utility EV programs across North America, making grid-aware managed charging more accessible for drivers and utilities alike.
To learn more, visit energyhub.com/ev.