BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//hacksw/handcal//NONSGML v1.0//EN BEGIN:VEVENT UID:226c4a97a455d06c742aed184fa7838c DTSTAMP:1714005598 ORGANIZER;CN=IEC:MAILTO:info@ieci.org DTSTART:20210920T000000EDT DTEND:20210920T000000EDT SUMMARY:NATSO Transportation Energy Policy Summit DESCRIPTION:Because of the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and the corresponding restrictions in place at this time, NATSO is transitioning its in-person Summit to a robust webinar exploring the Business Case for EV Charging at Retail.  Join us Monday, September 20 from 1:30 p.m.-3 p.m. ET, when NATSO, EV charging equipment providers, and fuel retailers will engage in a policy discussion exploring the opportunities and challenges to deploying EV charging infrastructure in the retail fuel space as well as the policies necessary to make the business case for investment in EV charging stations as attractive as possible. Register here. We remain committed to this important topic and will continue to engage in discussions that explore ways for fuel retailers and other stakeholders to make investments in transportation energy with lower carbon intensity.  -- Postponed -- Recognizing that the market is moving to lower the carbon intensity of transportation energy, NATSO is bringing together thought leaders from various stakeholder groups at the NATSO Transportation Energy Policy Summit to discuss what market participants need to continue in this direction and how public policies can be crafted to achieve the desired outcomes. The NATSO Transportation Energy Policy Summit is an opportunity for policymakers, fuel retailers, transportation energy producers, equipment manufacturers, automakers and others to discuss the future of transportation energy and identify hurdles and opportunities as the country moves toward a cleaner transportation sector. The Summit is being produced by NATSO—the premier trade association representing truckstops, travel plazas and other off-highway transportation energy retailers. Discussions on the Future of Transportation Energy Policy Summit Panels* The Business Case for EV Charging at Retail? EV charging equipment providers and fuel retailers discuss the opportunities and barriers to deploying EV charging infrastructure in the retail fuel space as well as the policies necessary to make the business case for investment in EV charging stations as attractive as possible. The Future for Alternative Fuels? Alternative fuel producers and fuel retailers discuss developments in the industry to develop cleaner liquid fuels and the policy considerations necessary to continue investment in promising alternative fuels. Fleet of the Future: Where Are We Headed? Auto manufacturers and energy providers discuss expectations for automotive innovation and deployment. The panel will discuss where fleets’ perspective on alternative fuel policies and how consumer behavior and public policies could shape the outcome. Transitioning the Heavy-Duty Sector? Panelists discuss the changes to date within the heavy-duty sector; both in terms of refueling needs and vehicle technology. The group will probe the dynamics shaping investments in alternative transportation energy, including hydrogen, and discuss what the market will need to meet future expectations. How Do We Get There from Here? Policy Considerations for TE Policymakers and staff shaping federal transportation energy and fuel policy will discuss priorities on Capitol Hill. Panelists will field questions from stakeholder representatives about ways to facilitate engagement and business investment in alternative energy to the transportation sector. *TE Policy Summit Panels are open to the press. Share Sessions Share Sessions provide an opportunity for fuel retailers, equipment manufacturers and energy producers to share their experiences and strategize ways to shape policy for the future. Share Sessions will be off the record and limited in size. EV Charging at Retail: Lessons Learned and Future Opportunities Biofuels Obstacles and Opportunities Future of the Biodiesel Tax Credit Demand Charges and Need for EV Charging Wholesale Market State PUC Activity Networking Opportunities NATSO and our sponsors** will provide opportunities for networking with decision makers in transportation industry. These include: Hosted morning coffee break Hosted lunch Hosted afternoon coffee break Hosted lounge and breakout room Widely-attended reception NATSO is also happy to help facilitate one-on-one meetings that are of interest to our attendees. Contact LeeAnn Goheen, Director of NATSO’s Government Affairs, at lgoheen@natso.com with questions.  STATUS:CONFIRMED END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR