Kerala's new regulations enable vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, allowing EVs to export energy to the grid at ₹10 per unit, which is crucial for balancing peak electricity demand.

The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) has recently established a regulatory framework to promote vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which allows electric vehicles (EVs) to export stored energy back to the grid. Under the new regulations, a tariff of ₹10 per unit will be applied for energy exported during peak hours. This initiative aims to balance electricity demand and enhance the integration of renewable energy sources in the state. The regulations also introduce a Time-of-Use (ToU) tariff to incentivize energy export during high-demand periods. Kerala has been actively exploring V2G systems, having signed a memorandum of understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay for a pilot program. The regulations require distribution licensees to facilitate V2G integration and install necessary monitoring infrastructure. These measures are expected to be in effect until March 31, 2030.