Future of Electric Vehicles in San Diego: Panel with Green Drinks & Climate Collective SD
Transportation is a key feature of our daily lives, from how we get to work, school, the grocery store, or the beach. But it is also hidden in the way that goods are transported across the country and within San Diego. Transportation is also one of the largest sources of greenhouse gas emissions.
Join San Diego Green Drinks and Climate Collective San Diego on Thursday, February 27 from 6-8pm at Park & Rec in University Heights to hear from expert speakers and network with likeminded individuals in the local sustainability community.
WHEN: Thursday, February 27 from 6 - 8 pm.
WHERE: Park & Rec - 4612 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92116
FOOD and DRINK: A variety of drinks are available for purchase.
PARKING: Street parking is available as well as bus connections.
Our panel:
This panel and networking event will feature leading experts who are paving the way in electrifying transportation on the local level. Panelists include professionals working on electric vehicle (EV) charger buildout and vehicle to grid charging. Come hear how San Diego organizations are working towards reducing transportation emissions, relevant ongoing projects and policies that affect their projects, and add your own perspective on what it will take for decarbonized transportation. Our speakers include:
Norah Kyassa, Clean Mobility Program Specialist at GRID Alternatives
Rick Franks, Licensed electrician and 30-year expert in installing home car charging systems
Rachel Zook, Vehicle Grid Integration (VGI) Program Manager at San Diego Community Power
About Climate Collective San Diego:
Climate Collective SD (CCSD) is a community organization founded to inspire San Diego to lead the fight against climate change and build a more sustainable future. Through monthly networking meetups, coworking sessions, and speaker events, we bring together professionals and entrepreneurs for meaningful discussion on cross-sector climate action and decarbonization across San Diego.
We’re a group of optimists who believe that local communities can catalyze broader change. We seek doers and collaborators, and want to be an open community for all who want to be part of the solution.
Don’t forget to check out our calendar for additional monthly events!
About Green Drinks:
San Diego Green Drinks (SDGD) is a monthly networking group for professionals or individuals interested in the sustainability field. We typically meet on the third Thursday of each month at a local bar to discuss different environmental issues with a speaker followed by open networking. These events are casual, drinking is optional, and anyone interested is encouraged to attend.
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