Industry-Related Events
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 Executive Director Zach Woogen 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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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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Mark your calendar for the EV Charging Summit & Expo, taking place March 17-19, 2026, at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. With 200 speakers, 65 sessions, 240 exhibitors, and 5,000+ attendees, EVCS & Expo is North America’s largest and most influential event dedicated to the electrification of transportation infrastructure.
This is where innovation, policy, finance, and technology come together to shape the future of mobility. From commercial to government sectors, attendees will explore real-world solutions, cost-saving technologies, and scalable strategies driving EV charging forward.
VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be leading the V2G Workshop on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM PT and speaking on the panel V2G: Harnessing EVs as a Grid Resource for Reliability and Resiliency on Thursday, March 19, 2026 between 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM PT.
VGIC members can receive 20% off registration. Please reach out to Shannon to obtain the code to register.
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