What’s Next for the Electric Highway?
What: At a time when plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) sales are accelerating, but questions remain about technology costs, market evolution, consumer education and infrastructure development, the Plug-In 2013 Conference & Exposition will bring together industry stakeholders to focus on real data, real-world reporting and an analysis of what’s next for the electric highway:
Remaining conference componentS
- Plenary panel: Transportation Electrification on Oct. 1
- Closing plenary session: Straight Talk About the Challenges Ahead on Oct. 3
- Twenty-one (21) breakout sessions with working experts in three tracks:
Cars: data and analysis of technologies of on‑road/non-road and light-duty/heavy-duty vehicle electrification, including:
§ Port and fleet truck electrification
§ Smart charging and the potential of wireless charging
§ Battery technology
§ The next era of advanced technologies
Charging: infrastructure technology, networks, readiness and choices, including:
§ Infrastructure interoperability, and sustainable and effective public infrastructure
§ Success stories/new innovations in workplace charging
§ DC fast charging
§ PEVs as grid resources
Community: challenges, solutions and benefits for consumers, utilities, policymakers and manufacturers engaged in PEV deployment:
§ The role of regulations and incentives
§ Digital and social media promotion
§ The impact of advocacy and alternative business models
§ Media, communications, outreach and education
An exposition hall showcasing vehicles, supporting electricity infrastructure and the latest innovations associated with plug-in technology
Where: San Diego Convention Center, 111 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego
When: Sept. 30 – Oct. 3
Event organizer: Electric Power Research Institute
Regional Supporter and Platinum Sponsor: San Diego Gas & Electric
Other Platinum Sponsors: Nissan North America and South Coast Air Quality Management District
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