electric vehicles
9Mar-23

Are used EV batteries good for home energy storage?

There has been a lot of talk about the use of second-life EV batteries, potentially as a home energy storage solution. This is intriguing, as it offers a dual solution – reducing the waste from EVs and reducing the cost of home energy storage systems. But what’s the deal? Are used EV batteries good for home energy storage? Let’s investigate.  A ground-breaking study  Academics at Newcastle University’s School of Engineering recently released their thoughts on the use of EV batteries for home...

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27Oct-22

Fossil fuels – the full picture

We’re passionate at AceOn that people know the full facts about the way we use energy and why the drive to renewable power is so crucial to the future of the planet.  Take a look at this short video – we love it and think it gives a really good account of the big picture when it comes to the difference between fossil fuels and renewable technology. https://youtu.be/1oVrIHcdxjA EV or Gas, What Pollutes More? You’ll hear lots of people say the move to battery...

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8Jul-22

EV Chargers and New Smart Regulations

From the 1st of July 2022, there are new rules in place regarding EV chargers that all UK motorists must adhere to. In this article, we explain what you need to know about EV chargers and what you need to look for before ensuring your charger is compliant with UK law. Smart charging capability The UK government has announced that all EV chargers must now be equipped with smart charging capability. Therefore, anyone buying an electric vehicle from this month onward...

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