VGI Week: VGIC-SEPA's UCF Meeting and EPRI's IWC Co-Located with the V2G Business, Policy, and Technology Forum
May
5
to May 8

VGI Week: VGIC-SEPA's UCF Meeting and EPRI's IWC Co-Located with the V2G Business, Policy, and Technology Forum

  • San Ramon Conference Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us in San Ramon, CA May 5 - 8 for a jam packed week focused on vehicle-grid integration (VGI) in collaboration with EPRI and SGO.

Organized by Smart Grid Observer and hosted by Pacific Gas and Electric Company, the 5th V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum, May 6-8, 2025 in San Ramon, California will bring together top industry players, working groups, utility professionals and others who are focused on the successful development and implementation of vehicle-to-grid in the United States. The goal is to examine obstacles and challenges to effectively achieving the potential of V2G, and to identify appropriate solutions and implementation success strategies for grid operators and other stakeholders across market verticals.

For the V2G Forum, VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the Interconnection Processes Panel on Thursday, May 8th between 11:00AM and 12:15PM PT.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting with Zach.

To register for the VGIC-SEPA’s UCF, EPRI’s IWC, and V2G Forum, please click HERE.

For VGIC-SEPA UCF and EPRI IWC participants, you are required to register through EPRI page too which can be found HERE.

VGIC Members and UCF Participants will not incur an additional fee when registering for the UCF Meeting. Please reach out to Shannon (smcguire@vgicouncil.org) to get the UCF meeting registration codes for each registration page.

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2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit
May
22
8:30 AM08:30

2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit

Join us May 22nd for the 2025 California Demand Flexibility Summit, organized by the California Energy Commission (CEC) in partnership with the UC Davis Energy and Efficiency Institute and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.

The Summit will take place at the UC Davis Conference Center and offer the opportunity to discuss the progress and challenges in achieving California’s load shift goal of 7,000 megawatts by 2030.

The Summit will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, researchers, and others to share insights, evaluate progress, and strategies needed to advance demand flexibility in California, and to:

  • Discuss the progress, challenges and opportunities in developing demand flexibility.

  • Showcase promising research and development advancements and explore solutions for seamless integration and deployment, such as interoperability standards, dynamic pricing, market integration, and advanced grid analytics.

  • Collaborate to identify solutions and strategies to accelerate the deployment of demand flexibility technologies across the state.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting with VGIC’s Executive Director, Zach Woogen.

To register, please click HERE.

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EVolve by VGIC
Sep
24
to Sep 25

EVolve by VGIC

  • SF Bay Area, CA United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

EVolve by VGIC is back this Fall! VGIC is expanding its annual event to add a second day for VGIC members!

On Wednesday, September 24th, VGIC is hosting its thought leadership sessions, which will be open to everyone, including non-members. Join industry leaders across the EV, technology, utility, and fleet ecosystem for premier in-person business networking opportunities and an insightful, educational program.

On Thursday, September 25th, VGIC is hosting its annual member meeting and several site tours for VGIC members to build and refine strategic and policy priorities for 2026.

Become a Sponsor

To learn more please click HERE.

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California Climate Policy Summit 2025
Apr
22
8:30 AM08:30

California Climate Policy Summit 2025

Join us at the fourth annual California Climate Policy Summit on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 in Sacramento. Collaborate with state decision-makers, elected officials, climate activists, environmental justice advocates, business leaders, scientists, and policy experts to build power across California in support of science-based climate policies. Learn what visionary climate leaders are doing to accelerate the equitable phase-out of fossil fuels, scale up carbon drawdown, and build a resilient and clean energy system. Engage in discussions about legislation and regulatory issues under debate in Sacramento. Connect with professionals pioneering critical climate strategies in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be moderating a VGI panel in the afternoon of Tuesday, April 22, 2025. We will provide more details shortly.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register, please click HERE.

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EV Charging Summit & Expo
Mar
25
to Mar 27

EV Charging Summit & Expo

  • Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

EV Charging Summit & Expo, the largest infrastructure event for transportation electrification in North America, is returning to Las Vegas this March 25-27, 2025. The summit will feature 65 educational sessions, 180 speakers, and industry experts sharing insights on EV infrastructure. The program covers key topics on funding, infrastructure, deployment, operability, and ROI for EV charging and fleet electrification. The expansive Expo Hall showcases real solutions, cost savings, and technological advances to infrastructure for all commercial and government organizations. 

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be leading Workshop E: V2G 101: Scaling Bidirectional Charging Infrastructure on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM PT and speaking on the panel Accelerating the Future of V2G and Bidirectional Charging on Thursday, March 27, 2025 between 1:45 PM - 2:15PM PT.

VGIC stakeholders can receive 50% off using the discount code: VGIC50.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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Power Up! North American EV Charging Conference
Feb
4
to Feb 5

Power Up! North American EV Charging Conference

The fourth annual Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Conference, an SAE Sustainability Event, brings together state DOT officials, energy companies, charging companies, and OEMs to collaborate on the future and current state of EV charging. 

As states continue to advance their infrastructure, this virtual event offers a unique opportunity to learn from those leading the way. Attendees will gain insights from practical examples of how various states have worked with utilities and manufacturers to implement their EV charging infrastructure, serving as models for others as they build out their own. 

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the Vehicle-Grid Integration: Market and Policy Landscape for Managed Charging and Bidirectional Charging session on Thursday, February 5th, 2025 between 12:00PM - 12:30PM ET.

To register, please click HERE.

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SAE International Government/Industry Meeting
Jan
28
to Jan 30

SAE International Government/Industry Meeting

  • Walter E. Washington Convention Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Drive the Future: Insights and Collaboration for Innovation

The Government/Industry Meeting technical program sets the stage for the critical conversations that will shape the future of vehicles. This conference offers mobility professionals and regulators a unique platform for public presentations centered on policy and technology that is not available anywhere else. Participants will delve into essential topics from both government agencies and OEM viewpoints, enhancing their knowledge and promoting collaboration.

The program features two specialized tracks: Safety, and Environmental & Energy Conservation. 

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the (G209) Transportation and the Electrical Power Sector panel on Thursday, January 30th, 2025 between 3:00PM - 5:00PM ET.

To register, please click HERE.

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EV Charging Infrastructure West Conference
Jan
23
to Jan 24

EV Charging Infrastructure West Conference

  • South San Francisco Conference Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

As EV adoption surges in the Western region, these realities highlight the urgent need for innovative, scalable, and equitable solutions to meet the region’s clean transportation goals. To address these challenges and explore solutions for building the needed charging infrastructure in the western states, Global Transmission Report is organizing its 4th annual conference on EV Charging Infrastructure Weston January 23-24, 2025 in San Francisco

The conference will feature insightful presentations and engaging panel discussions. It will bring together policymakers, regulators, utilities, municipalities, transportation departments, charging infrastructure developers, EVSEs, OEMs, investors, and technology providers to share their plans, experiences, perspectives, best practices, and lessons learned to accelerate the development of the charging infrastructure in the western region.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking at the conference.  To register, please click HERE.

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Sustainable Innovation Forum
Nov
13
to Nov 14

Sustainable Innovation Forum

  • Baku Marriott Hotel Boulevard, Baku (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Sustainable Innovation Forum 2024 returns for its 16th annual edition during COP29, organized by Climate Action and other leading global partners, bringing together 1,000 global sustainability leaders across all sectors, including business, heavy industry, finance, government, and civil society, to promote transformative innovation and tangible climate action to help us go further, faster together.  

VGIC stakeholders can receive 25% off using the discount code: VGIC25OFF.

To register please click HERE.

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V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum
Oct
24
to Oct 25

V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum

  • American Center for Mobility (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Smart Grid Observer’s conference will take a special look at the state of enabling technologies for V2G, including standards progress, interoperability issues, residential and fleet charging, integration with V1G infrastructure, and more. In addition to in-depth presentations and panel sessions, the Forum will include a breakout roundtable discussion in which attendees can interact in small groups to examine key topics.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will lead Workshop 2: V2G Policy & Regulatory Issues on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM ET. He will also participate in the Plenary Session on V2G Policy and Regulatory Developments, Issues, and Challenges on Thursday, October 24, 2024, from 9:30 to 10:45 AM ET.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register, please click HERE.

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Michigan Energy Innovators Gala
Sep
25
5:00 PM17:00

Michigan Energy Innovators Gala

Join Michigan EIBC in celebrating Michigan's greatest advanced clean energy champions! This year's Michigan Energy Innovators Gala will take place on September 25th from 5pm - 9pm at Detroit's historic Gem Theatre. The evening will feature a keynote fireside chat with Nicole Steele from Amalgamated Bank (formerly of DOE and EPA), as well as plenty of time for networking with key industry leaders, Michigan stakeholders, and policymakers.

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Senior Director of Development, Brianna Gerard (brianna@mieibc.org).

To register please click HERE.

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MOVE America
Sep
24
to Sep 25

MOVE America

  • Austin Convention Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

MOVE is a one-of-a-kind event bringing together the people and companies redefining mobility across the ecosystem. We pride ourselves on being able to facilitate critical cross-sector partnerships and conversations that are critical to move the industry forward.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel, "V2G and Grid Integration: How Utilities are Matching Demand,” on September 24 at 3:05 PM CT.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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Peak Load Management Alliance EV Symposium
Aug
13
to Aug 14

Peak Load Management Alliance EV Symposium

  • Hyatt Regency O’Hare Chicago (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

If EVs are your passion, this fast-paced Symposium is for you! Over the course of two half-days, PLMA members and stakeholders will address peer-selected topics relevant to both today and tomorrow:

DAY ONE: An update on today’s learnings and experiences with EVs, including managed charging, V2X applications, and other EV opportunities. 

DAY TWO: Tomorrow's challenges to achieving widespread EV adoption.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel, "The Motherload: EV Load Management in Non-Residential Contexts,” on August 14 at 8:30 AM.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register, please click HERE.

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How Electric Vehicles Can Transform the Energy Landscape Webinar
Jun
20
10:00 AM10:00

How Electric Vehicles Can Transform the Energy Landscape Webinar

Electric vehicles (EVs) have enormous potential to help us address multiple problems at once. They can significantly lower energy costs for consumers, reduce harmful air pollution, and contribute to a more resilient electricity system by storing energy in their batteries for use during extreme weather events. Current technology allows an electric car battery to power a home for up to three days. These mobile energy sources can also be moved where they’re needed most during power outages, like backing up medical centers, fire stations, and food stores.

This webinar will explore federal and state EV policies and highlight new technologies that enable EVs to function as mobile batteries.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking at Climate Center & World Resources Institute’s virtual webinar on Zoom.

To register, please click HERE.

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Advanced Clean Transportation Expo
May
20
to May 23

Advanced Clean Transportation Expo

  • Las Vegas Convention Center – West Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For more than a decade, ACT Expo has been uniting the transportation sector in its effort to reduce emissions from goods movement, the service industry, and passenger transportation, while also driving economic sustainability. This annual event offers attendees access to the latest technologies, services, and vehicles driving the transition to low- and zero-emission transportation solutions.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be moderating the panel, "EV Charging Event Part 1b: Journey to Vehicle to Everything (V2X, V2G, V2H, V2I)" on Wednesday, May 22 from 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM PT.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum
Apr
30
to May 2

V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum

  • DoubleTree by Hilton San Diego - Mission Valley (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum brings together top industry players, working groups, utility professionals, and others who are focused on the successful development and implementation of vehicle-to-grid in the United States.

The overall conference theme is Bringing the Customer into the V2G Equation: What are the motivations and key factors that would engage different customer segments into V2G? We will look at the major V2G customer segments and use cases: residential, fleet, commercial / workplace, and school buses. This Forum will include breakout work sessions to discuss the panel topics.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be facilitating the workshop, "V2G 101: Policy and Regulatory Landscape — Rules of the Road to V2G" on Tuesday, April 30 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM PT.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

VGIC members can receive 20% off tickets by emailing Shannon McGuire (smcguire@vgicouncil.org​)

To register please click HERE.

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EVolve
Apr
8
8:00 AM08:00

EVolve

VGIC’s Annual Member Meeting is now called EVolve!

Open to everyone, including non-members, join industry leaders across the EV, technology, utility, and fleet ecosystem for premier in-person business networking opportunities and an insightful, educational program.

Become a Sponsor

To learn more please click HERE.

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Vehicle-Grid-Integration Forum
Mar
22
9:00 AM09:00

Vehicle-Grid-Integration Forum

  • Pacific Gas and Electric Company Headquarters (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison Company, San Diego Gas & Electric Company, Liberty Utilities (CalPeco Electric) LLC, Bear Valley Electric Service Inc., and PacifiCorp d/b/a Pacific Power (collectively the Joint-IOUs) will host the inaugural Vehicle-Grid-Integration (VGI) Forum in conjunction with the California Public Utilities Commissions’ Energy Division.

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be on the panel, "Identifying Near-Term Solutions to Support Flexible/Scaled Service Agreements and Deployment of Supporting VGI Technology, Including Automated Load Management” from 12:50 PM -1:45 PM PT. Attendees will hear the industry perspective on opportunities and barriers to flexible/scaled service agreements and Automated Load Management and Power Control Systems deployment.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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EV Charging Summit & Expo
Mar
20
to Mar 22

EV Charging Summit & Expo

EVCS & Expo provides educational sessions on financing, infrastructure, operability, and ROI for EV charging.

VGIC will be exhibiting at this event. Stop by Booth 107 and say hello!

VGIC Interim Executive Director Zach Woogen will be on the panel, "Accessing Utility Incentives" on Thursday, March 21 from 1:05 PM - 1:35 PM PT.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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California Climate Policy Summit
Mar
19
9:00 AM09:00

California Climate Policy Summit

  • Sheraton Grand Sacramento Hotel (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The California Climate Policy Summit will bring together elected and business leaders, policy experts, state officials, activists, and environmental justice advocates to build support for climate policy commensurate with what science demands.

Join us to share ideas and build momentum behind policy solutions that will match the magnitude of the climate crisis.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

To register please click HERE.

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GridTECH Connect
Feb
21
8:00 AM08:00

GridTECH Connect

  • Orange County Convention Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

GridTECH Connect Forum fosters the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and expertise to further innovation surrounding the interconnection of distributed energy resources.

VGIC Policy Director Ed Burgess will be on the panel, "DER Interconnection Best Practices for EV Charging" on Monday, February 26 from 3:05 PM - 3:50 PM ET.

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GLOBE Forum
Feb
13
to Feb 15

GLOBE Forum

  • Vancouver Convention Centre (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Where leaders and change-makers accelerate solutions for a regenerative, resilient, net-zero economy.

VGIC Senior Policy Manager Zach Woogen will be on the panel, “Powering Canada’s Future with Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Innovation” on Tuesday, February 13 from 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM UT. The partner-led workshop is accessible via invite-only.

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Intersolar North America and Energy Storage North America
Jan
16
to Jan 19

Intersolar North America and Energy Storage North America

  • San Diego Convention Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Intersolar North America and Energy Storage North America offers clean energy professionals an unmatched opportunity to gain critical insights, make impactful connections, source quality products—and have fun.

VGIC will be exhibiting at this event. Stop by Booth 243 and say hello!
Want to connect? Fill out our form to schedule a meeting.

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