Ohme, a charging infrastructure provider, has distributed £750,000 to electric vehicle drivers as part of the CrowdFlex energy flexibility pilot programme. The payout rewards drivers who participated in vehicle-to-grid and smart charging trials, demonstrating the financial viability of demand-side flexibility services.
The trial results show that EV owners can generate genuine revenue by offering grid services during peak demand periods. Smart charging technology allows vehicles to charge when electricity prices are lowest and feed power back to the grid when needed, creating a new revenue stream for drivers.
However, Ohme has criticised the lack of coherent government strategy for scaling these services. While individual pilots prove the commercial case, the company argues that clearer regulatory frameworks and long-term policy commitments are essential for the industry to invest at scale.
For electricians and charging installers, the CrowdFlex results signal growing demand for smart-enabled infrastructure rather than basic charge points. Industry professionals should expect customer inquiries about flexible charging systems and grid services integration to increase as the market matures.
