Smart Grid Lab GE's EV research and development activities are coordinated through its Smart Grid Lab, which is located at the company's Global Research headquarters in Upstate NY. GE's Smart Grid Lab simulates the entire grid from the power generation source to the home. GE researchers are conducting extensive studies of EV grid integration activities, looking at the impact it will have on homes and to the larger electric grid in the future. Courtesy of GE

Niskayuna, NY and Farmington Hills, MI, USA - September 30, 2011

Pressing the accelerator on the drive to electrified transportation, GE and Nissan have signed a two-year research collaboration to speed up the development of a reliable, robust smart charging infrastructure to fuel mass market adoption of electric cars like the Nissan LEAF.

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GE and Nissan have identified two key focus areas for the research efforts.

The first relates to the integration of electric vehicles with homes and buildings.

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The second looks at electric vehicle charging dynamics and the future impact on the grid once millions of electric cars are on the road.

Mark Little, Ph.D., Senior Vice President and Director, GE Global Research. Courtesy of GE Global Research

“As the U.S. and world move toward electric vehicles, the automotive sector is forming new industry connections that extend well beyond the traditional OEM space,” said Mark Little, Senior Vice President and Director, GE Global Research.
“One of the biggest connections being made is with companies that generate and provide electricity. As a major provider of power generation equipment and energy services, GE is in a great position to help the automotive industry bring millions of electric vehicles onto the grid.”

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“Connections like this research partnership with GE reinforce Nissan’s commitment to bring zero emission mobility to the mass market,” said Carla Bailo, senior vice president, Research and Development, Nissan Americas.
“GE’s broad expertise with energy networks will help Nissan create better conditions in the market for electric cars like Nissan LEAF, and add value for our customers both now and in the future.”

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The R&D agreement connects leaders in two major industry sectors that will work together to increase adoption of electric cars.

With more than 25 percent of the world’s electricity generated or distributed by GE equipment, GE brings its considerable expertise of the power grid infrastructure to help address the global challenge of integrating millions of electric cars onto the grid.

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With the all-electric Nissan LEAF, Nissan is the leader in zero emission vehicles, developing new technologies and partnerships to speed mass market adoption of electric cars and to ensure their successful integration into the grid.

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Several projects around the two focus areas already are underway.

In one project, researchers from the companies are studying how electric cars like Nissan LEAF can be incorporated into GE’s overall concept for a Smart Home.

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Nissan engineers are developing methods to connect the vehicle to the home, making it a more integrated part of the building’s energy equipment.

This project will look at how the addition of an electric car impacts the cost of electricity and changes overall home electricity loads.

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

In another study, researchers will use aggregate usage data along with sophisticated simulation and modeling experiments, to analyze the effect millions of electric cars could have on our electrical distribution system.

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

For all of these projects, researchers will be seeking answers to a number of important questions.
They include:

• How can smart energy management systems for homes and buildings be leveraged to support the management of EV charging?

• How can we take advantage of energy storage and renewable power, such as home solar arrays, to reliably manage and meet the power needs of electric cars?

• For example, are there innovative ways to directly link charging stations with renewable power sources?

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

Nissan researchers are studying the use of two-way power flow between the vehicle and the home, via its CHAdeMO quick charging port, as a method to reduce the home’s consumption from the grid during peak periods, or to utilize the vehicle for emergency backup power.

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

GE researchers have programs under way to understand how these systems, in tandem with the utility, could be used to meet vehicle charging needs without over-stressing the grid.

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

GE’s work will be conducted primarily at its global research operations in Niskayuna, New York, where the latest electric transportation research and smart grid technology will facilitate research programs between the two companies.

The new Nissan LEAF™ Courtesy of Nissan

Nissan Technical Center North America, located in Farmington Hills, Mich., will lead the automaker’s efforts, including integration of vehicle-to-home charging technology, with support from the Nissan Advanced Technology Center in Japan.


About GE Global Research


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Our scientists and engineers redefine what’s possible, drive growth for our businesses and find answers to some of the world’s toughest problems.

We innovate 24 hours a day, with sites in Niskayuna, New York; Bangalore, India; Shanghai, China; Munich, Germany; and fifth global research facility to open in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 2012.

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About Nissan Americas


In the Americas, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing.

Nissan Americas Headquarters Nissan is made up of a richly diverse group of people, as reflected in the company's leadership team and the numerous corporate outreach programs in which we participate in the community. Together, we have what it takes to build cars and trucks with the power to change both the way you view the world and the way you move in it. Courtesy of Nissan Americas

Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and was recognized as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in 2010 and 2011.

More information on Nissan in North America, the Nissan LEAF and zero emissions can be found at

www.nissanusa.com  


About Nissan


Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second largest Japanese automotive company by volume, is headquartered in Yokohama, Japan and is an integral pillar of the Renault-Nissan Alliance.

Operating with more than 150,000 employees globally, Nissan provided customers with more than 4 million vehicles in 2010.

Nissan Global Headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. Courtesy of Nissan

With a strong commitment to developing exciting and innovative products for all, Nissan delivers a comprehensive range of fuel-efficient and low-emissions vehicles under the Nissan and Infiniti brands.

Nissan Global Headquarters in Yokohama, Japan. Courtesy of Nissan

A pioneer in zero emission mobility, Nissan made history with the introduction of the Nissan LEAF, the first affordable, mass-market, pure-electric vehicle and winner of numerous international accolades including the prestigious 2011 European Car of the Year award.

Nissan Global Headquarters in Yokohama, Japan – interior. Courtesy of Nissan

For more information on our products, services and commitment to Sustainable Mobility, visit our website at

http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/  


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