Purchase and Installation of Vehicle-to-Grid Chargers

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) chargers enable electric vehicles (EVs) to both draw electricity from and return electricity to the grid. For New Zealand, they represent an important tool in supporting the transition to a low-emissions and renewable-based energy system.

As part of our wider distributed flexibility work programme, EECA, in collaboration with Rewiring Aotearoa, is undertaking a research project to understand the practical roll-out considerations for V2G technology in New Zealand.

The intention is that 30-40 V2G chargers, across 4-6 types, will be installed in a wide range of homes and businesses to understand the practical use cases, including with different commuting profiles and businesses with different fleet profiles.

EECA is seeking a supplier to provide quality, cost-effective purchase (likely from Australia or other countries) of selected V2G chargers (as directed by EECA), and installation of them in Queenstown (or nearby areas).

A supplier briefing will be held on Friday 14 November 2025 - details on how to register will be published soon.