GM Energy’s PowerBank to allow EV owners to store and transfer energy

The GM Energy PowerBank, available in 10.6 kWh and 17.7 kWh battery capacity options, can supply power to a home during outages or help offset high electricity rates during peak demand. It also allows customers to store and utilize captured solar energy, supplement EV charging, and power a home even when an EV is not present

GM Energy has launched the GM Energy PowerBank, a stationary storage solution for electric vehicle (EV) owners to store and transfer energy from the grid, while also integrating with solar power systems. Available in 10.6 kWh and 17.7 kWh battery capacity options, the PowerBank can provide backup power during outages, help reduce energy costs during peak demand, and store solar energy for later use. It also allows users to supplement EV charging and power their homes even without the EV being plugged in.

By combining two 17.7kWh GM Energy PowerBanks, consumers can create 35.4kWh of stationary storage, enough to power the average American home for up to 20 hours.

“One of the core differentiators of GM Energy’s portfolio is its modularity,” said Wade Sheffer, vice president of GM Energy. “The flexibility of our energy management tools, combined with one of the market’s largest lineups of vehicle-to-home-capable EVs, gives our customers more control over their energy use, helping to mitigate the impact of power outages, integrating renewable energy options and unlocking additional values.”

The GM Energy PowerBank is available for purchase as part of the GM Energy Home System bundle, which also includes a GM Energy PowerShift charger and GM Energy Vehicle-to-Home Enablement kit. Customers who previously purchased the GM Energy V2H Bundle can simply add on a GM Energy PowerBank.

For customers integrating solar power, GM Energy will refer customers to preferred installer Qmerit for site assessments, compatibility checks, and personalized quotes.

As with existing GM Energy V2H products, the GM Energy PowerBank and compatible solar power systems will be accessible via GM’s brand mobile apps, for seamless energy management.

Customers with questions can visit GM Energy Live, where product specialists will help provide more information and showcase GM Energy’s solutions through an immersive digital experience.

Pricing, installation costs, and timeline for delivery for each of GM Energy’s products and services will vary. Additional information is available at gmenergy.gm.com.

GM Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors, is focused on expanding and accelerating a holistic energy ecosystem through new products, software and services, including broadening access to EV education and resources, expanding public charging infrastructure, and developing new energy management solutions for customers. For more information, visit gmenergy.gm.com.