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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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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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 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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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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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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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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The Electric School Bus (ESB) Network National Forum is a dynamic platform tailored for school districts across the nation interested in or actively leading the acceleration of school bus fleet electrification. Through a series of engaging virtual meetings, we unite districts committed to pioneering sustainable transportation solutions.

Collaborate with CALSTART and fellow educators in these forum sessions to explore the nationwide landscape of ESB adoption. The forums provide an invaluable space where participants not only stay informed about the latest funding opportunities but also benefit from the collective wisdom of industry experts. Gain unique insights, receive crucial updates, and connect with other districts passionately electrifying their school bus fleets. Your journey towards a greener, more sustainable future begins here on a national scale.

VGIC Executive Director Zach Woogen will be speaking on the ESB Network National Forum on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 between 1:00PM - 2:00PM ET.

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Now in its seventh iteration, the V2G Business, Policy & Technology Forum: Spring, April 28-30, 2026 in Los Angeles, 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.

Host sponsored by Southern California Edison, 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 speaking on the panel Gauging and Engaging the Residential and Commercial Customer: Effective Strategies to Date, Lessons Learned and Directions Forward on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 between 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM PT.

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Now in its 16th year, ACT Expo is the largest fleet technology and operations conference in North America, built specifically for fleet decision-makers evaluating near-term, real-world investments in vehicles, powertrains, safety systems, and digital tools. Fleets attend to compare solutions, learn from peer case studies, and leave with actionable strategies they can implement immediately. OEMs, shippers, technology leaders, and policymakers attend ACT Expo to gain months of market intelligence - distilled into insights that shape what’s next in freight movement and commercial transportation.

VGIC’s Executive Director, Zach Woogen, will be attending the event. If you would like to schedule time with Zach while there, please fill out this form to schedule a meeting.

VGIC is thrilled to be an Endorsing Organization for Act Expo 2026. VGIC members can receive $100 off registration. Please reach out to VGIC’s Operations Director, Shannon McGuire, to obtain the code to register.

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