Join the Electrification Coalition on March 22, 23, and 24 to get the latest info on new federal funding programs for EVs and charging infrastructure. In three unique webinars, hear directly from the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, technical experts, industry partners, and EV insiders who can help your organization take advantage of this historic opportunity.
Tuesday, March 22
Federal Funding Opportunities: Making Sense of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
Get updates from the new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, including newly released guidance for states on Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for charging infrastructure and electric school buses. This webinar will include information on program eligibility, timing, and federal requirements.
Speakers
- Steve Lommele, Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, Transportation Project Leader, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Chris Bast, Director of EV Infrastructure Investments, Electrification Coalition
- Melissa Savage, Environment Program Director, American Association of State Highway & Transportation Officials
- Stephanie Crawford, Senior Regulatory Manager, National Rural Electric Cooperative Association
Audience: State agency officials, industry stakeholders, nonprofit professionals.
When: 12:30-1:30 p.m. ET (9:30-10:30 a.m. PT), Tuesday, March 22Lomm
Speakers will provide an overview of the EV and charging infrastructure funding provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, highlight opportunities for municipalities, and discuss how and when these funds will be distributed. The webinar will offer guidance for cities to prepare to take advantage of the new funding and showcase available resources.
Speakers
- Rachael Nealer, Interim Deputy Director, Joint Office of Energy and Transportation; Deputy Director for Transportation Technology and Policy, White House Council on Environmental Quality
- Matt Stephens-Rich, Senior Programs Manager, Electrification Coalition
- Harley Hubbard, Sustainable Transportation Manager, City of San Antonio, Tex.
- Julia Murphy, Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer, City of San Antonio, Tex.
Audience: Local governments, community leaders and advocates, industry stakeholders
When: 12:30-1:30 p.m. ET (9:30-10:30 PT), Wednesday, March 23
Thursday, March 24
Plugging In: Considerations at the Intersection of Electricity and Transportation Planning
As states and communities build their plans to deploy more than $5 billion in federal funds via the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, join the Electrification Coalition to delve into key considerations on the ways in which electric grid and transportation network planning intersect, and explore avenues for scaling positive impacts.
This moderated discussion will feature electric power, transportation, and EV charging experts, providing insights and perspectives on key trends across the sector. We’ll unpack best practices for leveraging EV charging infrastructure for community and economic benefits in rural and urban communities. By considering factors like capacity, permitting, and grid voltage, projects can be deployed successfully and at scale.
Speakers
- Marcy Bauer, Sr. Vice President, Program Delivery, EVgo
- Ben Serrurier, Manager, Carbon-Free Electricity, RMI
- Evan Costagliola, Principal, Seattle Office Lead, Nelson\Nygaard
- Chris Bast, Director of EV Infrastructure Investments, Electrification Coalition
Audience: State and local agencies and their implementation partners
When: 12:30-1:30 p.m. ET (9:30-10:30 a.m. PT), Thursday, March 24
