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

OPENING MINISTERIAL ADDRESS

9:10am

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

INTERNATIONAL SPOTLIGHT

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

HEADLINE SPONSOR

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 Kinsella
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
EV Operations Director, 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
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

PLATINUM SPONSOR

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

Networking Coffee Break & Exhibition Viewing

11:30am

PANEL DISCUSSION

UNPACKING THE EXPERIENCES OF SMEs & LARGE ENTERPRISES THAT HAVE UNDERGONE THE SEAI ELECTRIC FLEET TRIALS – WHAT NEXT?

Ciarán Lynch
Pharmacist and Business owner, Fortunes Pharmacy
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

LUNCH & NETWORKING

2:15pm

FIRE SIDE CHAT

Electrifying your fleet – Supporting an Integrated Approach to ESG & Corporate Sustainability

Brian O’Kennedy
Managing Director, Clearstream Solutions
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

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