Summary Report: Fleet Electrification Workshop

The AEIC’s Center for Operational “Fleet Electrification Workshop: Electrifying Fleets for a Sustainable Future” workshop convened U.S. electric utilities, vehicle OEMs, and solution providers in Denver to share experiences and strategies for accelerating fleet electrification. Over two days, participants focused on five focal themes: 

1. Transitioning utility internal fleets to electric (ensuring infrastructure readiness, smart charging design, and realistic planning timelines). 

2. Expanding customer/commercial fleet programs (advisory services, incentives, and education to support fleet owners while addressing interconnection hurdles). 

3. Enhancing resiliency for fleet operations (using mobile charging units, backup systems, and emergency response planning). 

4. Implementing load management and telematics solutions (managed charging, vehicle-to-grid pilots, and data-driven optimization). 

5. Recognizing cross-cutting challenges that slow adoption (from lengthy grid upgrades to stakeholder uncertainty).