Electric Vehicles 101

December 10, 2024 | Online :: Central Time

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“Excellent discussion about pioneer programs and actions implemented to drive the electrification into our societies.” Researcher, LACTEC

“Very knowledgeable speakers with real world experience.” Transportation Supervisor, PPL Electric Utilities

“This course can provide helpful and useful information, updated to the moment we live in electric mobility.” Research, Instituto de Tecnologia para o Desenvolvimento

Join our virtual Electric Vehicle 101 course for a thorough foundational primer on EVs. The course emphasizes the learning needs and perspectives of utilities, the energy industry, and fleet and site managers. Attendees will get an overview of:

Electrification Policy Insights: Understand the landscape of electrification policies, staying informed on the latest developments and regulatory frameworks.

Funding Opportunities: Explore avenues for funding to support EV initiatives and learn how to leverage financial resources effectively.

Successful EV Program Deployment: Gain valuable knowledge on successful deployment strategies, covering aspects like infrastructure setup, grid integration, and efficiency processes.

Cutting-edge Technologies: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in EV technologies, ensuring you are well-informed about the innovations shaping the industry.

In-depth Case Studies: Delve into detailed case studies from leading utilities, covering the entire spectrum of EV rollout. Learn from real-world examples in deployment, grid integration, efficiency processes, and resource management.

Insights into Revenue-Generating Programs: Discover successful revenue-generating programs tailored for utilities, providing you with practical insights to enhance your organization’s financial sustainability.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the dynamic landscape of electric vehicle infrastructure. Register today and empower yourself with the knowledge needed to navigate the evolving world of EVs effectively.

Learning Outcomes

• Gain insights into the current market and latest EV trends.
• Define the utility’s role in the EV space.
• Explore the various ways utilities can benefit from the growth of EV infrastructure.
• Identify the key policies and regulations shaping the EV landscape.
• Review the tools and technologies available for integrating EVs with the grid.
• Explore methods for predicting EV-related load demands.
• Evaluate how EV integration affects grid operations and hear strategies to align them effectively.
• Discover techniques for effectively involving and retaining customers in EV programs.
• Recognize how fleet operations play a crucial role in the widespread implementation of EVs.
• Apply successful strategies from other utilities to optimize your own EV programs.
• Identify and prepare for upcoming trends and opportunities in the EV sector.
• Stay informed about available resources and financial support to advance EV initiatives.

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 : Central Time

9:00 – 10:00 a.m. :: The Electric Vehicle (EV) Marketplace and Current Trends

This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest industry trends driving the EV space in 2024, along with key metrics and insights into the evolving electric vehicle landscape.

• Benefits of Electric Vehicles:
  • Increased electricity demand leading to new revenue streams.
  • Opportunities for grid stabilization through vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology.
  • Collaboration with EV charging infrastructure providers to enhance grid management.
  • Significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
  • Contribution to energy independence by reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
  • Promotion of sustainable urban development and cleaner transportation networks.
• Electric Vehicle Technologies & Types:
  • Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs
  • Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs)
  • Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs)
• U.S. vs. Global EV Trends:
  • Examination of the U.S. market dynamics, including adoption rates, policies, and incentives.
  • Comparison with global leaders in EV adoption, such as China and the European Union.
  • Insights into how international markets are shaping the future of EV technology and infrastructure.

10:00 – 11:00 a.m. :: The Utility’s Role in the Electric Vehicle Space

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerates, utilities play a crucial role in facilitating this transition. This session explores best practices and strategies for utilities to effectively support and capitalize on the growing EV market:

• Innovative Program Designs:
  • Residential and public charging initiatives that enhance accessibility and convenience.
  • Partnerships with businesses and municipalities for expanded charging networks.
• Successful Deployments:
  • Lessons learned from overcoming deployment challenges and achieving scalability.
• Addressing Installation Challenges:
  • Streamlining installation timelines and reducing costs.
  • Selecting the right charging technology and equipment.
• Resource Management:
  • Optimizing human and financial resources for EV program development.
  • Leveraging data analytics for informed decision-making and resource allocation.
• Strategic Planning for EV Growth:
  • Evaluating grid impacts and integrating renewable energy with EV charging.
  • Accurate EV load forecasting and charging infrastructure planning.
  • Designing rate structures to incentivize off-peak charging and manage grid impact.

11:00 – 11:15 a.m. :: Morning Break

11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. :: Navigating Transportation Electrification Policy

This session highlights the key government policies and programs currently driving electric vehicle adoption. Participants will discover valuable resources and explore best practices from successful programs.

• The Role of State and Federal Policy on EV Adoption:
  • Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Updates
  • Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Initiatives:
    • Funding for nationwide EV charging infrastructure expansion.
    • Support for rural and underserved communities to increase access to EVs.
  • Clean Transportation Standards:
    • Introduction of stricter emissions standards for vehicles.
    • Incentives for transitioning fleets to electric vehicles.
• Regional Clean Energy Plans:
  • California’s Advanced Clean Cars II Program
  • Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM)
  • Midwest Clean Transportation Plan
• Electrification Initiatives:
  • Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Programs
  • Utility-Led Initiatives:
    • Programs offering incentives for residential and commercial EV charging installations.
    • Demand response programs for EV charging to manage grid impact.
• Public-Private Partnerships

12:15 – 1:00 p.m. :: Lunch Break

1:00 – 2:00 p.m. :: Vehicle Grid Integration

Vehicle Grid Integration (VGI) tools and processes are revolutionizing the way electric vehicles (EVs) interact with the electric grid. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of VGI, highlighting the latest advancements and strategies for optimizing EV-grid connections to benefit both utilities and consumers.

• Monitoring and Assessing EV Impact on the Grid:
  • Utilizing advanced monitoring tools to assess the impact of EV charging on grid stability and performance.
  • Predictive analytics for forecasting grid demand and planning for peak load management.
• Impact Assessment Models:
  • Evaluating how different levels of EV adoption affect grid infrastructure.
• Benefits of VGI:
  • Enhanced Grid Stability
• Economic Advantages:
  • Reducing operational costs for utilities through efficient demand management.
  • Creating new revenue streams from EV-related grid services.
• Communication Requirements for VGI:
  • Understanding the importance of standardized communication protocols
• Optimizing VGI Dynamics:
  • How utilities can offer dynamic pricing models that incentivize off-peak charging and provide cost savings to consumers.
• Efficient Use of EVs as Grid Assets:
  • Strategies for using EVs as distributed energy storage solutions and grid-balancing resources.
  • The potential of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to transform EVs into active grid participants.
• Demand Response Programs:
  • Implementation of managed charging solutions to shift demand away from peak periods.
  • How utilities can encourage EV owners to participate in demand response initiatives.

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. :: Engaging the EV Customer Through Beneficial Electrification Programs

Explore how utilities are collaborating with municipal governments, commercial entities, and other stakeholders to drive electric vehicle (EV) adoption through innovative demand response programs. This session will highlight successful strategies for engaging EV customers and creating demand through education and targeted marketing initiatives.

• Partnerships and Collaboration:
  • How utilities are forming partnerships with local governments and businesses to accelerate EV adoption.
• Aligning Utility Goals with Customer Needs:
  • Exploring the alignment between utility objectives and the benefits offered to EV customers.

3:00 – 3:15 p.m. :: Afternoon Break

3:15 – 4:00 p.m. :: Lessons Learned from Fleet Electrification

Utilities are leading the charge in EV infrastructure deployment by electrifying their own fleets and supporting customers in transitioning their fleets. This session will share recent insights and experiences from utilities, highlighting key lessons learned.

• Fleet Deployment & Operations
  • Innovations in electric fleet vehicles, including improvements in range, efficiency, and performance.
  • Strategies for managing and optimizing fleet performance through data-driven insights.
• Innovative Charging Solutions:
  • New developments in charging infrastructure, including ultra-fast charging and smart grid integration.
  • Strategies for optimizing charging schedules to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Infrastructure Planning:
  • Best practices for planning and deploying charging stations in conjunction with fleet operations.

4:00 – 4:45 p.m. :: Future Opportunities: Optimizing the Benefits of Transportation Electrification

This session will explore how strategic partnerships among utilities, government entities, and service providers can maximize the benefits of transportation electrification.

• Overview of cutting-edge technologies driving the future of transportation electrification, such as vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and smart charging solutions.
• How advancements in battery technology and renewable energy integration can further enhance EV benefits.
• Designing EV programs that promote social equity and address the needs of underserved communities.
• Strategies for ensuring equitable access to EV incentives, infrastructure, and education.

4:45 – 5:00 p.m. :: Review and Open Q&A

 Jonathan Segal, Program Manager, ICF

Jonathan works closely with utility and commercial clients to implement high impact vehicle electrification programs that increase utility revenue and grid utilization while reducing the financial and environmental burdens.

 

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Emily Phan-Gruber, Senior Strategist Transportation Electrification, Duquesne Light Company (DLC)

Emily Phan-Gruber is the Senior Strategist for Transportation Electrification at Duquesne Light Company. Emily leads the advancement of DLC’s transportation electrification strategy, development of new products and services for EV customers, including EV rates, a fleet advisory service, and has helped to facilitate the installation of EV charging infrastructure in the Pittsburgh Region. Prior to joining Duquesne Light, Emily worked for D+R International in the Washington, DC area consulting for clients, including US EPA and DOE. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Pittsburgh Region Clean Cities.

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Steve Harris, Product Manager, Commercial Electric Transportation PowerMIFleet Program, Consumers Energy

Steve Harris is a Product Manager of Consumers Energy’s Commercial Electric Transportation PowerMIFleet program. He excels at cultivating relationships with Consumers Energy’s commercial stakeholders to achieve successful deployment of electric vehicles.   Currently their organization has a goal of $1M electric vehicles on the road by 2030 and the program offers rebates around charging infrastructure, as well as installation of charges. Steve has been with Consumers Energy for 18 years, previously serving as a Corporate Account manager before joining the Electric Transportation team in 2021.  

Steve is a graduate of Cornerstone University and currently resides in the Greater Lansing area with his wife and child. 

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Rob Graff, Senior Technical Advisor, Carbon-Free Transportation, North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)

Mr. Graff is a global, national, and regional technical and policy expert with more than 20 years of wide-ranging experience. He has experience in vehicle electrification, energy & GHG accounting, climate change adaptation, business and sustainability, and clean energy.

He serves as Senior Technical Advisor for NACFE, where his work focuses on the transformation from diesel to electric power trains, including the challenges of assuring reliable charging infrastructure, changes that may be required in operations, and matching use cases with the appropriate technologies. He also serves as Senior Technical Advisor for E Source’s Mobility Team, which works with electric utilities to help them serve the electric needs of electric truck depots.

Prior to his work for NACFE, Mr. Graff founded and led the Office of Energy and Climate Change Initiatives for the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission, the MPO for Greater Philadelphia.

Mr. Graff holds a BA in Engineering Sciences modified with Anthropology from Dartmouth College and an MPA-URP from Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs.

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Electric Vehicles 101

December 10, 2024 | Online

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Credits

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Requirements for Successful Completion of Program

Participants must sign in and be in attendance for the entirety of the course to be eligible for continuing education credit.

Instructional Methods

Case studies, panel discussions and PowerPoint presentations will be used in the program.

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Upon successful completion of this event, program participants interested in receiving CPE credits will receive a certificate of completion.

Course CPE Credits: 8.0
There is no prerequisite for this Course.
Program field of study: Specialized Knowledge
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
Advanced Preparation: None

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Who Should Attend

Utility, fleet & site/facilities representatives responsible for:

• EV Programs
• Transportation Electrification
• EV Business Development
• Operational and Construction
• Partnerships
• Climate & Sustainability
• Emerging Technologies/Energy Innovation
• Fleets