A week in the life of a dcbel home
It won’t be long before bidirectional charging becomes the norm. A growing number of automakers are adopting the technology, with new and upcoming EVs from GM, Ford, Volvo, Hyundai and Mercedes boasting bidirectional capability. Even Tesla, long resistant to bidirectional charging, confirmed that its vehicles …
Bidirectional charging at home: Understanding V1G, V2G, V2H and blackout power
Rooftop solar and battery storage are increasingly popular residential energy assets that provide homeowners with clean electricity when they need it most. In an era when electricity prices are steadily rising, and the country’s aging grid is increasingly vulnerable to natural disasters, solar and storage …
Offboard DC power converters are a future-proof home energy solution
As a centralized smart inverter, dcbel’s Home Energy Station is like Grand Central for your home’s clean energy. It is designed to be the only device in your renewable energy ecosystem that performs AC ⇄ DC power conversion – meaning the current flowing to and …
Your house is a power plant: The future of home renewables
This year marked a shift in policy for Oklahoma real estate developer STK Homes. Starting in June, all of the company’s new-build houses include Level 2 charging capability in their garages, avoiding the need for homebuyers to install the 240-volt plugs and related wiring themselves. …
Cash back for homeowners: new and updated energy incentives
Did you know that if you live in New York’s Hudson Valley you are eligible for a new 50 percent rebate when you install an electric vehicle charger in your home? Or that you can get $1,200 back if you install a Wi-Fi-enabled EV charger …
Why DC is the future of home EV charging
Does charging your EV at home feel slow? It’s not your imagination – Level 2 charging is not very efficient. DC charging at home can safely speed up the process. When driving one of the latest electric vehicles (EVs), you get the sense that these …
Sustainability innovators: celebrating Black Business Month
Three Black business owners who are changing the game in the fields of solar and electric vehicle infrastructure. We live in a world where our carbon footprint is increasingly important. Searches for electric vehicles are on the rise. More homeowners and business owners are considering …
How to install an EV charger
There is one must-have appliance for any electric vehicle (EV) owner — and anyone intent on getting an EV soon. A home charger is simply the most convenient way to keep your battery topped up. EV charger installation isn’t always straightforward and can even require …
The most sustainable skyscrapers are made out of wood
The world is building high-rises faster than it has ever done before. According to architect and Supertall author Stefan Al, that could be a very good thing for the environment — with the right design approach. Things are looking up — literally. More than 1,500 …
How to save electricity
Already faced with sky-high gasoline prices, many Americans are also feeling the pinch from home energy bills. The average home electricity bill in the United States rose eight percent in January compared to a year earlier, the largest increase in more than a decade. If the …
