Burnaby isn’t just hosting the conversation on clean energy, we’re leading it. As a recognized centre for clean energy and climate innovation, Burnaby is home to world-renowned research, industry-leading companies, and a long-standing commitment to sustainability. The Clean Energy Summit 2026 builds on that legacy, bringing together top voices from across Canada and beyond for three powerful days of ideas, action, and collaboration.

Presented by the Burnaby Board of Trade and Tourism Burnaby, in partnership with the City of Burnaby and Simon Fraser University, this summit has become one of the country’s premier events on clean energy and climate action.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel Moving Targets: Revolutionary Vehicle Grid Integration on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 between 2:30PM - 3:30PM PT.

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Organized by the Smart Grid Observer, the 8th EV Charging Infrastructure Summit - North America: West, February 24-25, 2026 in San Francisco convenes top industry experts and energy professionals to examine trends and opportunities in the growing EV charging market, and what investments are needed to optimize grid stability and the end user experience. Case studies of current utility programs and deployments will be discussed with an eye toward refining strategies, identifying technologies, and implementing business models that will ensure widespread EV adoption is optimized for all stakeholders.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel Solutions for Accelerating EV Charger Energization: Perspectives from States Leading on Charger Development on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 between 3:00PM - 4:15PM PT.

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The Intersolar & Energy Storage North America 2026 conference program will offer 28 timely and informative sessions covering critical topics including financing the energy transition, energy policy, manufacturing and supply chain, grid flexibility, and more.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will speaking on the panel “The Mobile Megawatt: Unlocking EVs in the Virtual Power Plant Era” on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 between 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM PT.

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Join state commissioners, commission staff, industry leaders, and stakeholders to explore today’s most pressing energy and regulatory issues at the 2026 NARUC Winter Policy Summit.

VGIC Senior Advisor Steve Letendre, PhD will be speaking on the panel The Value of Managed EV Charging: Using Flexibility to Support Reliability, Resource Adequacy, and Resiliency on Sunday, February 8, 2026 between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM ET.

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The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) 2026 Energy Policy Outlook Conference will be held in-person on February 3-6, 2026, in Washington, DC. As states continue to navigate evolving federal energy policies and priorities, this year’s meeting will include sessions focusing on the implementation of these policies and programs in this dynamic energy environment as well as in-depth discussion on ways in which state-federal coordination can address various energy system challenges such as rising power demand, reliability concerns, evolving economic and workforce needs, and increasing physical security and cybersecurity threats.

VGIC Senior Advisor Steve Letendre, PhD will be speaking on the panel Grid Edge Power Supply/Demand Strategies for Manufacturing, Buildings, Transportation, and Data Centers on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 between 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM ET.

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DTECH is the leading smart grid conference and exposition, covering automation & control systems, energy efficiency, T&D, water utility technology and more. This event gathers professionals from electric utilities, water utilities and other municipal utilities to enhance their knowledge of the transmission and distribution industry.

This February at DTECH® 2026, the energy industry’s largest stage meets the innovators shaping its future. From AI-powered grid management to next-gen storage solutions, Initiate is where startups showcase their game-changing tech to utility leaders, investors, and decision makers from across the globe.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel Valuing Vehicle-Grid Integration: Rates, Programs, and Customer Experience on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 between 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM PT.

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Since 2021, the U.S. has made remarkable strides in EV charging infrastructure — but the journey is far from complete. The past year’s policy changes have brought both opportunities and uncertainty, making collaboration more important than ever.

As states move forward at their own pace, the companies building chargers, connectors, and power-delivery systems are evolving alongside them. Hardware, software, and service providers are adapting to meet the unique needs of each state’s infrastructure roll-out.

This virtual and free event offers:

• State-by-state insights on EV charging infrastructure development

• Collaboration opportunities between government, energy, and manufacturing sectors

• Proven strategies that can serve as models for other regions

Whether you’re advancing charging infrastructure in your state, developing the next generation of EV charging technology, or aligning your business strategy with evolving policies, this is the place to connect with decision-makers shaping the future of EV charging in North America.

VGIC Senior Advisor Steve Letendre, PhD will be speaking on the panel Market and Policy Landscape for Managed Charging and Bidirectional Charging on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 between 1:00PM - 1:30PM ET.

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Mark your calendar for the next Fall edition of the V2G Forum, which will be in October 21-23, 2025 in Detroit. We will again have live demos of standards-base V2G systems (leveraging a live interconnection with the DTE Energy grid). The event in October 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.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be hosting the workshop V2G Policy and Regulatory Issues: Current Status, Challenges, and Opportunities on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 between 1:30PM - 5:00PM ET.

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

To register, please click HERE. VGIC members can receive a 15% off registration. Reach out to Shannon (smcguire@vgicouncil.org) for the registration code.

Hosted by the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC), this annual event serves as the premier clean energy conference in Maryland. The 2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit, themed “Balancing Supply, Demand & Sustainability: Innovation in the Energy Marketplace,” will bring together leaders in policy, finance transmission, distribution, and more to explore emerging climate solutions and strategies and how they can contribute to economic growth in Maryland. This two-day conference will feature industry-specific roundtable and breakout sessions, two full-conference plenaries, lawmaker/Public Service Commission meet & greets, numerous networking opportunities, featured activities, and lunch on both days. Visit the MCEC website for more information!

VGIC Operations Director Shannon McGuire will be speaking on the roundtable Tipping the Scales on Sustainable Transportation on Tuesday, October 14 between 2:00 PM - 4:00PM ET.

Fill out this form to schedule a meeting with VGIC’s Operations Director, Shannon McGuire, to connect at the event.

To register, please click HERE.

The Forth Roadmap Conference is the nation’s premier gathering of transportation electrification leaders, bringing together policymakers, utilities, automakers, charging providers, fleet managers, and more to drive solutions and power change. In 2025, we’re convening in Detroit – The Motor City– where innovation, workforce development, and good-paying jobs are shaping the next chapter of the industry. This year’s conference provides a critical forum for industry leaders to recharge their commitment, navigate a changing landscape, and forge new pathways for sustainable mobility.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the panel Beyond Transportation: EVs as a Power Source on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 between 1:15 PM - 2:30PM ET.

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

To register, please click HERE.

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 a site tour for VGIC members to build and refine strategic and policy priorities for 2026.

To learn more please click HERE.

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.

• May 5: VGIC - Zum Site Tour of Oakland V2G School Bus Depot (invite-only)

• May 6: VGIC-SEPA’s In-Person Utility Collaboration Forum (UCF) Meeting and EPRI’s Infrastructure Working Council (IWC) followed by a Networking Reception sponsored by NEMA

• May 7 - 8: 5th Edition V2G Business, Policy, and Technology Forum

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

To register please click HERE.