2023 Agenda Archives - Electric Vehicle Summit

2023 Agenda

8:50am

Welcome & Opening remarks from the Chairs

Derek Reilly

General Manager, Nevo.ie

Geraldine Herbert

Columnist & Motoring Editor, Sunday Independent

9:00am

An update on the work being led by Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland and the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy

Aoife O’Grady

Head of Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland, Department of Transport

9:25am

Norway is leading the way for the transition to zero emission electric cars. This is due to a substantial package of incentives developed to promote zero emission cars. Norway had an outstanding 82.9% zero emission electric vehicle market share by the end of July.

So what can Ireland learn from this global leader in electric vehicle adoption?

In this international keynote we will learn about:

The key policies and incentives that got Norway to where it needed to be
It’s approach to getting the charging infrastructure in place to support this growing market share
Insights from 120,000 EV owners – what do customers have to say about their EV ownership and charging experience

Petter Haugneland

Assistant Secretary General, Norwegian Electric Vehicle Association

9:40am

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Charging Infrastructure Outlook

John Byrne

Head of eMobility, ESB

9:55am

Delegates will break into their stream of choice

STREAM 1

Charging innovation & eMobility
Unpacking the challenges and opportunities for the future of Ireland’s charging infrastructure and achieving truly sustainable mobility

9:55am

Welcome & Opening remarks from the Chairs

Geraldine Herbert

Columnist & Motoring Editor, Sunday Independent

10:00am

PANEL DISCUSSION

CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE, GRID AND POWER IN FOCUS

What kind of grid investment is needed to deliver Ireland’s Charging Infrastructure Strategy and what will be the alternative solutions to power EV’s?

What are the plans for the ‘en route’ charging on the national road network?
What are the emerging smart grid solutions and what more can we do to plug the gap?
How can we manage the impact of the EV transition on the grid
What battery, microgrid and storage options are being used internationally that could be fit for purpose for Ireland?

Cathal Masterson CEng MICE

Director of Commercial Operations, Transport Infrastructure Ireland

Danijela Klopotan

Manager, Network Development, ESB Networks

Darren Kinsela

BDM New Energy Landscapes, Schneider Electric

Teresa Fallon

Teresa Fallon, High Power Infrastructure Lead, ZEVI

10:45am

PANEL DISCUSSION

GETTING THE SCALE AND INNOVATION NEEDED FOR CHARGING IN IRELAND

The decentralisation of energy – what does the future look like for batteries, V2G and solar integration?
How do we see the balance between public and private charging shifting?
What charging innovations are we seeing being developed internationally that would be fit for purpose for Ireland?
What are the challenges and opportunities for cross-border charging?

Chris Kelly

Co-Founder, EasyGo

Jonathan Carr

Sustainability Director, Havas Genus

Thomas O’Hagan

Chief Commercial Officer, Weev

11:15am

Networking Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing

11:45am

ELECTRIC HGV & ALTERNATIVE FUELS IN FOCUS

What is coming down the track for HGV charging?
What does the Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) mean for Ireland?
How can Ireland become a leader in charging network infrastructure and hydrogen refueling infrastructure?

Aidan Flynn

Chief Executive, Freight Transport Association Ireland

Ciara Lambe

Ireland Energy Discipline Lead, Arup

Des Phelan

Sustainable Transport Programme Manager | Coillte

Jarlath Sweeney

Group Editor, Fleet Publications

12:30pm

PANEL DISCUSSION

IMPROVING THE CHARGING EXPERIENCE

How can we improve the customer experience at charge points?
What are the new ways customers are thinking about charging and how they pay for it?
What level of amenity and service will drivers look for?
Will the charging market become like the fuel retail and service stations to begin competing on price?
How can landowners ensure they reap the benefits of charging on site, and become a charging destination of choice?

Maebh Reynolds

Founder and CEO, GoPlugable

Mark Trumper

Director of EV and Energy InfrastructureDirector of EV and Energy Infrastructure APCOA Parking (UK)

Mark Woods

Chief Supply Chain Officer,The Maxol Group

Seán O’Callaghan

Project Development Officer, SSE

1:00pm

Passenger car fleet OEMs in focus

How can OEMs help meet the ambitious electrification targets and work with the government?
What can be done to establish a second hand market in Ireland?
What impact will new entrants have on the Irish market?

Blake Boland

Co-Founder, EV Platform

Brian Cooke

Director General, Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)

Kieran Campbell

Market Lead, Polestar Ireland

1:00pm

LUNCH & NETWORKING

2:30pm

PANEL DISCUSSION

Delivering e-mobility and sustainable living at a local and regional level

Mobility as a service – what does the future look like? What is coming down the track for destination and neighbourhood charging? What role will local authorities and government play in the roll out of EV charging for the public? How can we drive the acceleration electric vehicles with our citizens?

Brian Caulfield

Professor in Transportation & Head of Department, Centre for Transport Research, Trinity College Dublin

Fiona Brady

Head of Operations and Public Affairs for FREENOW Ireland

Michael McGrath TD

Local Infrastructure Lead, Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland

3:00pm

Closing remarks from the Chair

STREAM 2

Zero Fleet Futures
Giving fleet operators the information they need to make the switch to electric

9:55am

Welcome & Opening remarks from the Chairs

Derek Reilly

General Manager, Nevo.ie

10:00am

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Reflecting on the history of charging infrastructure in Ireland and looking ahead to future challenges

The session will explore:

How we can learn from mistakes made in the past
Where we are now with public charging stations being rolled out at speed
Looking to the future with how we address the next challenge on this road with the rise of electric HGV’s and distribution vehicles and catering to their increasing needs
The collaboration required to further the development of EV in Ireland

Kevin Welstead

EV Director, SSE Energy Solutions

10:15am

PANEL DISCUSSION

Fleet electrification – why do it and what is the business case behind it?

How can we assess if fleet electrification is right for the business and what trips can go electric and when?
Are the availability of fit for purpose vehicles, charging infrastructure and suitable range still challenges for fleet operators?
How can we set realistic, achievable targets and commitments to decarbonisation?

Barbara Anne Richardson

Sustainability and Public Affairs Manager, Heineken Ireland Limited

Karla Doheny

Head of Health, Safety and Sustainability, SIG Ireland

Ken Clayton

Acting National Fleet Manager, Uisce Éireann

Wes O’Neill

Senior Fleet Consultant & EV Ambassador, DRIVALIA

11:00am

Emer Barry

Programme Manager, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI)

John O’Connell

Head of Logistics, Barry Group

12:00pm

PAYMENTS & DRIVER REIMBURSEMENT

As commercial EV adoption rises, how can the company fuel card be replaced with a seamless payment experience for charging?

How can fleet managers manage the wild west of driver reimbursement
Can and should the van become the wallet?
How can we think differently about the payment solutions that surround the EV?

Ashley Tate

MD, Allstar Chargepass

Kevin Dowling

Head of Partner Solutions Engineering (EMEA & APAC), Stripe

Niall Riddell

CEO & Co-Founder, Paua (UK)

12:30pm

PANEL DISCUSSION

OPERATIONS: What are the key considerations for operating and charging a green fleet?

Business viability – what can go electric and when?
What is the latest in fleet management best practice for electric?
How can we make good business decisions on our charging infrastructure – deciding which model and partner is right for you, your business and your customers
How can we implement good driver and customer education to ensure the transition is a success?
How can we leverage telematics to better understand the decarbonisation of our fleets?

Aaron Jarvis

Associate Vice President, Sales & Business Development, UK & Ireland, Geotab

Ian Clarke

Head of Energy, Environment & Utility Management, Dublin Airport

Rebecca Hurst

Sustainability Specialist, SIRO

Stephen Tummon

Sustainability Programme Manager, DPD Ireland

1:15pm

Catherine Guy

CEO NiftiBusiness

Facilitator: Lorraine Greene

Head of Engagement, Retail Office, AIB

2:35pm

PANEL DISCUSSION: VEHICLES & TECHNOLOGY

Commercial e-vans and business fleet OEMs in focus

What is the current state of play for both the demand (fleet operators) and supply side (OEMs) of the EV market?
Vehicle capabilities: are we there yet and what do fit for use vehicles look like?
In a relatively new space, how can OEMs up their game regarding product, service and solution offerings to meet fleet demands and needs?
What is coming down the track with battery tech and alternative fuels?

Fergus Conheady

Sales Manager, Mercedes-Benz Commercial Vehicles Ireland

Mark Barrett

General Manager, Harris Maxus

Pádraig Duane

Fleet Business Manager, Henry Ford & Son Ltd.

3:05pm

Closing remarks from the Chair

4:00pm

2023 Agenda

STREAM 1

Charging innovation & eMobility Unpacking the challenges and opportunities for the future of Ireland’s charging infrastructure and achieving truly sustainable mobility

STREAM 2

Zero Fleet Futures Giving fleet operators the information they need to make the switch to electric

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Giving fleet operators the information they need to make the switch to electric