Texas Cleantech Collisions - Event #2: Why Electrify?

​Join us for the second episode of Texas Cleantech Collisions, a premier network for impact-minded professionals. Our community crosses sectors, disciplines and boundaries to “collide” in ways that lead to new opportunities and sustainable solutions.

​Sponsored by the UTD Naveen Jindal School of Management, this event will feature a multi-disciplinary panel discussion on the topic of Strategic Electrification, followed by open, interactive networking. The detailed program is as follows:

​5:00 - 5:30 pm: Check-in
5:30 - 6:30 pm: Panel Discussion + Audience Q&A
6:30 - 7:30 pm: Networking

​Alcohol and soft drinks will be served.

​Panel Topic: Why Electrify?

​There's been a big push over the last few years to electrify homes, buildings, vehicles, and heavy industry, in an effort to reduce GHG emissions. Though we've seen much progress in this area, this transformation is not without its critics. Join us as we discuss the case for electrification on multiple dimensions, where it makes sense, and where it struggles to make sense.

​Panelists:

• ​John Lovenburg, BNSF Railway

• ​Susan Alvarez, NCTCOG

• ​Geoff Barker, Wahu Mobility

• ​Umair Surani (Moderator)

​About Texas Cleantech Collisions:

​Transformation doesn’t happen in a silo. It happens through connections - of people, technologies and sectors. It happens whenever a new idea is transmitted through nodes and intersections, sparking possibilities and igniting action. It happens through boundless collaboration and relentless pursuit of sustainable solutions. With support from the UTD Naveen Jindal School of Management, we’re facilitating a new network where impact-minded professionals can collide in a good way. All who aim to be part of the change are welcome.