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Addressing Fleet Charging from Both Sides of the Meter

Tuesday, September 12, 2023
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM PDT
Location: Veronese 2401A, Level 2, The Venetian
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Learning Level: 201: Applies to those with some experience who are looking to build on or enhance existing knowledge.
With significant federal funding available for the electrification of fleet vehicles, all-electric fleets are rapidly becoming a reality. As fleets electrify in greater numbers than ever, how will we manage the supply and demand for electricity to ensure that U.S. grids remain resilient and can meet demand across a diverse array of needs? In this session, smart charge management providers, utilities, fleet owner-operators, and charging providers will cover the complexities of fleet charging, from both the fleet and utility sides of the meter. Discussion will include the barriers and drivers behind fleet electrification, how un-managed fleet charging could impact the electrical grid, and how smart charge management can assuage policymakers’ fears surrounding mass-fleet charging by reducing costly upfront investments and stabilizing energy demands during peak periods.

Learning Objectives:

  • Gain an understanding of the challenges and complexities associated with fleet charging in the context of the electrification of fleet vehicles. Recognize the importance of managing the supply and demand for electricity to ensure the resilience and reliability of U.S. grids while meeting the diverse needs of electrified fleets.
  • Explore the barriers and drivers behind fleet electrification, considering perspectives from smart charge management providers, utilities, fleet owner-operators, and charging providers. Analyze the potential impacts of unmanaged fleet charging on the electrical grid and the importance of addressing these challenges to support mass fleet electrification.
  • Learn about the role of smart charge management in addressing policymakers' concerns regarding mass fleet charging. Understand how smart charge management can reduce costly upfront investments and stabilize energy demands during peak periods, contributing to the effective integration of electrified fleets and ensuring the grid's stability and resilience.