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In todays fascinating episode, we welcome Dr. Nadim Maluf, CEO of Qnovo . In a way that we can all understand, Nadim educates us in all aspects (soup-to-nuts) of Lithium Ion batteries and their application in Electric Vehicles. We discuss science, battery life, range, safety and much more. Everything you need to know about batteries is in this episode. You'll come away from this episode a Lithium-Ion expert. Welcome aboard ;-) SHOWNOTES: 01:22: About Nadim 04:40: How do Lithium-Ion batteries work ? 06:56: Failures in battery packs 08:20: Range anxiety 12:48: Lifetime of the battery packs 15:13: Topping up batteries 16:24: Public and Private Charging 19:22: Scoring public infrastructure 20:22: Reliability of infrastructure 21:44: Other technologies 22:48: About Qnovo 24:48: Bi-directional (V2X, V2G, V2H) 29:08: Recycling 'End of Life' battery packs 32:30: Safety THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@skillfusion.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

In todays show we welcome George Miller from Fermata Energy, a leading Bi-Directional EV charging solution 'now with CCS integration'. We'll discuss all aspects of Bi-Directional 'V2X' charging from concepts to amazing applications such as 'Microgrids', smart homes (FERMATA has a residential unit planned for this fall), school buses and commercial fleets. George has vast knowledge on this new and exciting technology which is being implemented NOW. Everything you need to know about V2X is in this show. Welcome aboard ;-) SHOWNOTES: 00:53: About George & Fermata Energy 04:50: Bi-Directional charging versus Conventional charging 06:42: Who are your customers and typical uses 14:49: Solar, BESS and PV integration 17:57: Existing EV Charging Infrastructure (score) 21:00: Labor Shortage 25:33: Level II Vs DCFC 27:48: Range Anxiety 31:58: Smart Homes 36:00: Cost Per Charge 36:55: Peak Demand Shaving 40:00: Incentives For Bi-Directional Charging 42:13: Residential products coming soon 44:50: Farting Tesla's THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

In this Episode we hear from Jason Appelbaum-CEO of EVERCHARGE on how to address EV load management at multi-family dwellings using SMARTPOWER technologies. As a serial entrepreneur, Jason gives his insight on our EV industry in where we are and where we are going. Stick around, this an awesome episode! SHOWNOTES: 00:53: About Jason 05:32: About Evercharge 07:00: Overcoming the problem of 'Not Enough power' SMARTPOWER 08:44: Network and Connectivity problems 09:58: Infrastructure problems 12:58: The Biden Bill 13:44: Bi-Directional Charging-V2G 15:54: Smart Homes. EV/PV/BESS and 'COVE' 16:54: Can we keep up with the car makers 17:55: O&M and availability score 5/10 19:57: Shortage of labor 20:38: Utilities, will they be able to cope? 23:15: DCFC or Level II implementation 25:20: How many chargers at each site 27:35: Etiquette Rules. Overstaying your welcome! 34:20: What are the hurdles in our industry? THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

WE ARE BACK ! Sorry for the delay folks, we have been re-shuffling and re-structuring the podcast and recording some awesome guests and topics. This 'delayed' episode was recorded way back in January 2023 with Andrew Molle where we discussed in detail EV Charging Station installation criteria such as design and engineering, site evaluation, handicapped accessibility and much more. Thanks for listening and checking back with us. Please check out our next release in June with Jason Applebaum from EverCharge, its a great episode on overcoming energy distribution problems in EV installations within multi family dwellings Show Notes THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

SHOW NOTES. WE ARE BACK. Welcome back to EV Chat and the last episode of Season 3, Goodbye 2022 ! Today’s episode is sponsored by Fluke Corporation, and it is a special one. We are pleased to welcome Venus Jenkins, COO of ChargeNet Stations. Venus is a chemical engineer with experience as a nuclear chemistry tech at San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station. She also spent 15 years at Southern California Edison. Venus Jenkins holds an MBA from M-I-T and a chemical engineering degree from UC Santa Barbara. She led the largest fiber infrastructure deployment project in Orange County, CA. and is the co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of ChargeNet Stations ChargeNet Stations is a San Diego-based start-up tech company specializing in solar powered, fast EV chargers. Their software platform makes it seamless for customers to get a superior EV charging experience … and they are opening Taco bell stations in the parking lots Taco Bell restaurants throughout California. ChargeNet Stations was co-founded by a trio of energy and engineering experts. They are recently mentioned in Forbes for their exciting launch of fast Food EV+ Solar Charging model. In this episode, Rue and Venus (don't you love the way that sounds?) cover several key topics including: Company Overview [2:43] Taco Bell Restaurants Goes EV/Solar/BESS [9:16] What is the cost to the EV driver [11:10] How many Restaurants are planning EV Chargers? [12:15] Challenges of this 'EV Fast Food business model' [16:10] EV's, Solar and Battery Energy Storage [19:00] Dark Corridors [24:00] Accessibility/Operability and RELIABILITY (6/10) [27:00] What is the term ICED in EV's ? [28:42) Fluke Corporation Sponsor Segment [29:38] Fast Chargers or Level II's ? [31:02] Where should we be spending infrastructure money ? [33:30]] Are EV chargers and integrated Solar in low sun regions a challenge [36:50] Bi-Directional Charging [39:00] EV2E/EV2G explained [41:00] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about ChargeNet Stations here Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, sponsored by Fluke Corporation. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Welcome back to EV Chat and Season 3! Today’s episode is sponsored by Fluke Corporation, and it is a special one. We are pleased to welcome Lew Cox, director of business development for MD7. MD7 is a real estate portfolio management and consulting company for the wireless telecommunications industry. Lew has been with MD7 since 2015, and he and the team are doing loads of work in planning for a safer, more connected EVSE landscape. Lew is energized by the rapid convergence of the auto and mobile industries and is committed to helping make autonomous vehicles a reality. He is responsible for developing new business opportunities in the EV charging space for MD7, which builds from his experience as a salesperson and trainer at Ford Motor Company and mobile infrastructure at MD7. Since joining MD7 in 2014, Lew has progressed as a negotiator, team leader, project manager, trainer, and business development. In February, he published a post on LinkedIn debunking a lot of myths about driving EVs, range anxiety, and the perception that EVs are not adequately powerful for our daily use. In this episode, Rue and Lew (don't you love the way that sounds?) cover several key topics including: MD7's real estate approach to EVSE [2:18 - 3:20] Misguided perception of EVs [3:21 - 4:18] EV charging station safety [4:19 - 5:32] Improving EVSE visibility [5:33 - 6:25] EVSE placement and range anxiety [6:26 - 8:06] Lew's thoughts on EV adoption [8:07 - 8:42] Preparing for the 3G sunset [8:43 - 10:32] V2E or "vehicle to everything" [10:33 - 12:06] Fluke Corporation Sponsor Segment [12:07 - 13:30] Lew rates EVSEaccessibility & reliability [13:33 - 14:45] Lew's wish list from the federal government [14:46 - 16:22] EVSE & multifamily dwellings [16:23 - 18:11] Challenges in implementing EVSE [18:12 - 20:35] Filling the gaps in EVSE availability [20:36 - 22:34] V2E part II [22:35 - 25:16] Peak demand shaving [25:17 - 26:44] What's Lew's favorite EV? [26:45 - 29:13] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about MD7 here Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto and sponsored by Fluke Corporation. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Welcome to EV Chat and welcome to Season 3! We are excited to kick off this season with Brendan P. Keegan, the CEO of Merchants Fleet, the fastest-growing fleet technology company in North America. Merchants Fleet works with major retailers, as well as shipping companies. In 2020, Merchants Fleet announced a significant fleet electrification initiative, featuring partnerships with major car and EVSE companies—all with the goal of helping clients transition to EV fleets. Additionally, last year, Merchants Fleet announced sponsorship of McLaren’s Extreme E all-electric racing team. Keegan is an award-winning leader who has experience in business strategy, raising capital, and technology enablement. In this episode, Rue and Brendan cover several key topics including: Merchants Fleet biz model [2:32 - 3:59] Barriers in fleet electrification [4:00 - 5:49] Supply chain prices & MSRP [5:50 - 7:30] Industry opportunity & "last mile" companies [7:31 - 9:30] What does "last mile" mean? [9:31 - 10:59] Last mile charging infrastructure [11:00 - 13:09] Range anxiety [13:10 - 14:39] "Box" states & rural driving [14:40 - 16:03] Fluke Corporation Sponsor Segment [16:03 - 17:17] State and federal EV incentives [17:18 - 20:04] EV fleet rentals [20:05 - 22:19] Chatting EVs on the market [22:20 - 23:02] Extreme E and the McLaren partnership [23:03 - 25:44] 2022 Formula E sponsorship [25:57 - 26:28] Thoughts on EV manufacturers [26:29 - 28:15] EVSE availability [28:16 - 29:47] What would you do with $5B? [29:48 - 30:52] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about Merchants Fleet 2. Read up on McLaren's Extreme E all-electric racing team here Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto and sponsored by Fluke Corporation. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

For our finale of Season 2, we are honored to welcome Jennifer Mefford, director of business development and industry promotion for the southeastern Michigan chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association and national co-chair of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (or EVITP). Jennifer is an expert workforce development specialist who has spent the last dozen years promoting safety and competence for electrical contractors and is a true advocate for EV infrastructure. Jennifer holds a bachelor’s degree in broadcasting from Central Michigan University and is still active in the broadcast media community. This episode is powered by 365 Pronto and sponsored by Fluke Corporation, the leader in testing and measurement tools. In this episode, Rue and Jennifer cover several key topics including: Intro to Jennifer and EVITP [3:30 - 5:40] What is the EVITP Program? [5:41 - 6:22] EVITP = Opportunity [6:23 -6:58] 5,000 Licensed and Qualified Technicians [7:00 - 9:00] Electrician Education & Expertise [9:00 - 11:03] Skilled Labor in the Market [11:04 - 13:40] Training Hotspots for O&M [13:41 - 15:04] Safety is the Heart of Training [15:05 - 16:56] EVITP's work with Legislation [16:57 - 19:14] Safety & Policy [19:15 - 22:04] O&M and Service [22:05 - 23:13] Fluke Corporation Sponsor Segment [23:14 - 24:27] Key Considerations for EV Drivers [24:28 - 27:54] Labor Shortage [27:55 - 33:16] What Makes a Qualified Candidate? [33:17 - 35:04] One Wish for the 5B Budget? [35:05 - 37:00] What's Next for EVITP? [37:01 - 38:40] Outreach in Disadvantaged Communities [38:41 - 40:40] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about the EVITP Program 2. Learn more about Fluke Corporation test and measurement tools Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Happy New Year and welcome back to EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. This season, we’re going back to school, bringing you deep dives into the key components and terms in electric vehicle infrastructure. This week, our lesson is all about how we can use our to power our homes. You heard me right. Today, we’re plugging into the V2G world. We are pleased to welcome back to the show Paul Vosper, CEO of JuiceBar, and fellow V2G enthusiast. Paul is a seasoned business development professional with more than 25 years of industry experience. A graduate of Georgetown University and Duke University School of Law, Paul has a deep understanding of EV infrastructure, clean energy, real estate, and smart city initiatives, and how public policy can bolster our quest for a more sustainable society. In this episode, Rue and Paul cover several key topics including: Paul breaks down V2G [3:25 - 5:50] EVs as battery storage [5:51 - 7:31] Best uses for V2G? [7:32 - 9:43] Bidirectional devices [9:44 - 11:38] Limitations to bidirectional advancement [11:39 - 13:34] Innovation at JuiceBar [13:35 - 14:17] 365 Pronto, Inc. Sponsor Segment [14:18 - 15:50] Homes of the future: utilities and V2G [15:51 - 19:26] Emergency backups with V2G [19:27 - 20:48] V2G and fleets: acting as mobile batteries [20:49 - 22:29] Buying chargers with bidirectional functionality [22:30 - 23:18] Car manufacturers and V2G capabilities [23:19 - 25:40] What should look for when buying an EV? [25:41 - 26:38] Battery energy storage and solar integration with EV? [26:39 - 28:29] Overcoming barriers to EV adoption [28:30 - 29:53] Limitations of V2G [29:54 - 32:10] Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Welcome back to EV Chat. This season, we’re going back to school, bringing you deep dives into the key components and terms in electric vehicle infrastructure. This week, our lesson is EV Charging 101, where we explore how you—current and future EV drivers—get all those anodes and cathodes to power your car. If you’ve ever wondered how the heck a charger works, we’ve got just the episode for you. We are excited to have Robert Rizzo, 365 Pronto’s Vice President of EV Solutions and Infrastructure, to the show. With nearly a quarter-century of experience in the EV battery space, he is an encyclopedia of knowledge about how EV chargers work. In this episode, Rue and Rob cover several key topics including: Rob Rizzo Intro & 365 Pronto [4:35 - 5:30] Main Components of EV Charging Station [5:32 - 7:44] Finding & Using an EV Charging Station [7:45 - 8:42] Reserving & Paying for an EV Charger [8:43 - 11:10] Standardization across EV Manufacturers [11:12 - 12:55] Thoughts on “Topping Off” EV Batteries [12:56 - 14:30] 365 Pronto Sponsor Break [14:30 - 16:00] Thoughts on EV Charging Length(s) [16:01 - 17:24] Passing Time at an EV Charging Station [17:25 - 19:00] EV Charging Reliability & Operability [19:01 - 21:16] Thoughts Planning & Locations [21:17 - 22:39] Finding & Stimulus for EV Adoption [22:40 - 24:58] Educating the Labor Force [25:00 - 26:43] Resources mentioned in this article: Charging Infrastructure Terminology Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Welcome to back to EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. This season, we’re going back to school, bringing you deep dives into the key components and terms in electric vehicle infrastructure. If you’re new to the podcast—and to the world of EVs—be sure to check out the previous episodes where we unpack all of the acronyms and jargon that we commonly use. You won’t regret it! A few shows back, we brought you an overview of EV charging stations, where we broke down the different types and talked about the uses of each. Today, we’re going explore the thing that will keep America driving for decades to come: the electric vehicle battery. To help us with this task, our resident scientist, Dr. Abas Goodarzi of U.S. Hybrid will join us in a bit. Dr. Abas Goodzari is the Chief Scientist at Ideanomics and the CEO of U.S. Hybrid. In this episode, Rue and the Doc cover several key topics including: Key Parts & Terms Breakdown [2:08 - 4:03] Most Common Battery Types [4:04 - 6:08] Recycling EV Batteries [6:09 - 7:55] DC Aggregation with Solar & EVs [7:56 - 10:08] 365 Pronto Sponsor Break [10:09 - 11:40] V2G Implementation [11:41 - 15:13] Econonmics of EV Ownership [15:14- 17:59] Demystifying EV Installation [18:00 - 18:59] Decreasing EV Costs [19:01 - 21:57] Where Would We Be if EVs Were Adopted Earlier? [21:58 - 22:38] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about Ideanomics and US Hybrid Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

We've got a great show lined up for you today. We're talking about something near and dear to our hearts: EV charging stations. In this episode, we'll talk about the differences between the types of chargers, where they're installed, and the types of equipment they use. Along with Rue for the ride this week is James Tillman of Brytemove. James has been in the automotive and mobility space for twenty years, focusing on EV since 2009. James previously worked with NRG to develop an L2 network to support future EVs and with Nissan to make Houston a first-wave launch city for the Nissan LEAF with the promise of a comprehensive DC Fast Charging Network. In 2010 James became the fifth employee of the newly launched EVgo. He is a pioneer in Mobility as a Service (MaaS) platform and the optimization and electrification of fleets working for startups Vision Fleet and Evercar. His current role at Brytemove energy (formerly known as MaxGen Energy Services) is to develop relationships across the industry and uncover growth opportunities for the company. In this episode, Rue and James cover several key topics, including: More about Brytemove [5:23 - 6:42] "I installed those charging stations!" [7:00 - 7:32] Designing and planning an EV project (7:33 - 10:20] Mapping out a site for EV chargers [10:21 - 12:21] Future-proofing and site owner education [12:22 - 14:15] DC vs. L2: What is James picking? [16:14 - 15:39] Biggest hurdles to getting DC charging installation [15:40 - 16:43] Cost breakdown (per kW) [16:44 - 20:57] 365 Pronto Sponsor Segment [20:58 - 22:30] EV charging etiquette [22:31 - 25:28] Thoughts on the current administration's goals [25:35 - 28:19] Where should the infrastructure investment go? [28:20 - 31:21] EV Cafes: What do you think? [31:37 - 33:10] James rates our current EV infrastructure [33:11 - 35:26] Impact of stimulus and government investment on Brytemove [ 35:27 - 37:40] Wackest thing James has done in an EV [37:41 - 39:33] Resources mentioned in this article: Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Want to help us reach for EV lovers? Sponsor an episode or drop us a note here. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

This week, we’re talking about all things EV school buses. If you’re new to EV Chat, you picked a wonderful place to drop in. If you're new to EV Chat, welcome! Get caught up by listening to episodes 1 and 2 where we unpacked the ABCs of EV and all the terminology you need to get up to speed on electric vehicle jargon and industry terms. We are absolutely honored to welcome Sue Gander from the World Resources Institute to the show this week. Sue is one of the nation’s top clean energy and infrastructure experts. She’s spent two decades working with the likes of the Center for Clean Air Policy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and National Governor’s Association. Sue was brought on to WRI in July of 2021 to spearhead its EV School Bus Initiative. Sue earned a bachelor’s degree in public policy from Brown University and a master’s degree in public policy, energy, and environment from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. And, in 2020, she founded the D.C. chapter of Women of Electric Vehicles. In this episode, Rue and Sue cover several key topics including: More about Sue and her work at WRI [5:00 - 6:17] Benefits of electrifying school buses [6:18 - 9:22] Equity and EV transformation [9:23 - 12:47] The public and kiddos' reaction(s) to EV buses [12:57 - 14:07] Looking past the startup cost of EV buses [14:08 - 15:57] Long-term maintenance savings of EV buses [15:58 - 17:45] Green Tech curriculum in the classrooms [17:46 - 18:42] What other districts can learn from EV programs [18:43 - 20:18] EV buses and V2G [20:19 - 21:45] Solar integration and EV buses [21:46 - 22:45] Funding and federal support [22:46 - 25:30] Bolstering EV buses in your community [25:31 - 26:31] The enthusiasm from EV bus drivers [26:32 - 27:34] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about World Resources Institute 2. Dive deeper into E School Bus 4 Kids - a fantastic resource Proud Partners of WRI: Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Want to help us reach for EV lovers? Sponsor an episode or drop us a note here. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

We're glad you're here for episode 2 of back to school in the EV classroom! Last show, we covered the ABCs of EVs and went through all of those acronyms that we throw out all the time. In this episode, we’re continuing our EV education by doing the same with some of the jargon that we encounter every day. As with the terms we went over in the ABCs of EVs, we’ll be digging deep into some of these things throughout the season. Be sure to bookmark or save these, and even share them with friends who are EV curious. Dr. Abas Goodarzi is the Chief Scientist at Ideanomics and the CEO of U.S. Hybrid. He’s an award-winning scientist who’s got a big resume and the know-how to back it up. He literally wrote the book on the topic! In this episode, Rue and the Doc cover several key topics including: Amp/Volt/Watt [2:30 - 6:11] Charging Station Breakdown [6:12 - 6:34] Connectors/ CHAdeMo Plug [6:35 - 9:59] Utility Rate [10:01 - 10:25] Peak Demand [10:26 - 11:10] Off-Peak Hours [11:11 - 11:40] Peak Shaving [11:41 - 12:36] Fleet [13:37 - 13:09] Pure Electric [13:10 - 13:23] Range [13:24 - 13:52] Frunk [13:53 - 14:14] Regenerative Breaking [14:15- 18:24] Super Charger {18:25 - 20:18] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about Ideanomics and US Hybrid 2. CCS1 Standard of Communication Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat, powered by 365 Pronto We will see you back here for episode 3 where we'll get on board with EV buses! THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Welcome to EV Chat Season 2! We're mixing things up a bit and taking you back to school. In this episode and the next, we’ll break down all of the pesky acronyms and jargon so everyone can speak confidently about all things electric vehicles (EV). This episode is all about the ABCs of EVs. We’re leaning straight into the alphabet soup. To help us dig into these terms, we’d like to welcome, Dr. Abas Goodarzi, who is our resident scientist, as we wade through the EV dictionary. Dr. Abas Goodarzi is the Chief Scientist at Ideanomics and the CEO of U.S. Hybrid. He’s an award-winning scientist who’s got a big resume and the know-how to back it up. He literally wrote the book on the topic! In this episode, Rue and the Doc cover several key topics including: Alternating Current (AC) / Direct Current (DC) [3:22 - 4:09] The Family of EV Related Terms (BEV, PHEV, HEV, etc.) [4:10 - 8:00] Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (EVSE) [8:05 - 8:42] Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) [8:43 - 9:07] Range Per Hour (RPH) [9:08 - 9:53] Kilowatt/ Kilowatt Hour (kW/kWh) [9:54 - 12:34] Fluke Sponsor Segment [12:35 - 14:04] Time of Use (TOU) [14:05 - 18:17] Range Extender (REX) [18:18 - 18:59] Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEB) [19:00 - 19:28] Vehicle to Grid (V2G) [19:30 -20:19] Resources mentioned in this article: 1. Learn more about Ideanomics and US Hybrid 2. Read up on Fluke and their FEV100 Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, Fluke! We will see you back here for episode 2 where we'll help you learn how to talk the EV talk. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

This week, we are delighted to welcome Jeff Allen, Executive Director, of Forth to EV Chat for the season 1 finale. Forth is a nonprofit trade association that brings together policy advocacy, consumer engagement, industry development, and special projects to advance electric, shared, and smart transportation. Jeff is a seasoned executive with more than two decades of experience in organizational and development, team management, strategic planning, and public policy and affairs. Jeff earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and holds a Master of Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley. In this episode, Rue and Jeff cover several key topics including: An Introduction to Forth [2:08- 3:11] Forth & the Electrification Ecosystem [3:11 - 4:00] Hands-on Demo Projects & Programs [4:02 - 4:50] Public Policy & Advocacy [4:50 - 5:50] Firth’s CRuSE Project [5:52 - 6:20] Tackling Challenges Through CRuSE [6:20 - 7:35] Equitable EV Access [8:15-10:18] Barriers in Expanding Equity [10:18-13:35] Education & Awareness [13:36-14:26] Sponsor Segment: Fluke’s FEV100 [14:27 - 15:57] Forth Beyond Oregon [15:59-16:32] EVSE Challenges in Rural Areas [16:34-20:03] Jeff's Thoughts on the Infrastructure Bill [20:04-21:11] What Would Jeff add to the Bill? [21:12-23:04] Incentives & Mandates [23:05-24:29] What is Oregon Doing on the Mobility Front? [24:30-26:25] What is Jeff Driving? [26:26-27:55] Wackiest Thing Jeff has Done in an EV? [27:56-28:48] Resources mentioned in this article: ForthhereElectric TractorsFEV100,Subscribe to EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, Fluke! We will see you back here for season 2! THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

We are pleased to welcome Paul Vosper, CEO of JuiceBar. Paul is a seasoned business development professional with more than 25 years of industry experience. A graduate of Georgetown University and Duke University School of Law, Paul has a deep understanding of EV infrastructure, clean energy, real estate, and smart city initiatives, and how public policy can bolster our quest for a more sustainable society. In this episode, Rue and Paul cover several key topics including: From Commercial Real Estate to EV O&M [2:00 - 2:41] Early Days of Building EVSE Mass Adoption [2:48 - 3:38] JuiceBar first to Build American EV Charger [3:39 - 5:18] Quality Control & Supply Chain [5:19 - 6:28] Challenges with Made in America [6:29 - 7:32] Similarities & Difference in JuiceBar clients [7:33 - 9:15] EVSE Barriers in Multifamily Dwellings [9:16 - 12:11] Super Chargers [12:12 - 12:53] Sponsor Segment: Fluke’s FEV100 [13:01 - 14:26] What Would Paul do with $500 billion? [14:26 - 16:15] Reliability & JuiceBar’s Product [16:33 - 18:11] Paul Rates Reliability of Current EVSE [18:15 - 19:15] Best Incentives to Jump Start EV Adoption [19:27 - 21:55] Are Law Makers Missing the Mark on EVSE? [21:26 - 23:29] Climate Change Education & Mitigation [23:23 - 24:16] Decarbonizing the Grid [24:19 - 25:42] The Wackiest Thing Paul Has Done in an EV [25:45 - 26:30] Resources mentioned in this article: JuiceBarFEV100,Subscribe To EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, Fluke! We will see you back here for our next episode. THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

We welcome August with a new episode of EV Chat featuring Terry O'Day, Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder of In-Charge Energy. Terry cofounded In-Charge Energy in 2019. It is the leader in electric charging infrastructure for truck and bus fleets in the United States, serving over 65,000 customers in the U.S. Previously, Terry led the Market Development and the Western United States for EVgo, taking the company from its first public fast charging installation in 2011 to more than 1,000 chargers nationwide and overseeing an investment program of over $140 million. Terry currently serves as Mayor Pro Tempore for the City of Santa Monica and was first elected in November 2010. He became the leading example of environmental land use planning in the state, reducing projected per capita greenhouse gas emissions from land-use by 31 percent in 25 years. He has an MBA from The UCLA Anderson School of Management and BA with honors from Stanford University, with a behavioral economics thesis addressing national savings policy using lessons from energy conservation policies. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: Terry's Proudest Moment [3:00 - 4:42] First EV Rental Company [4:46 - 5:57] What is InCharge Up To? [6:30 - 8:42] Pairing with Manufactures and Fleets to Offer Services [8:45 - 922] Status of Fleet Electrification Adoption [9:23 - 11:47] Are we Investment Ready? [11:48 - 13:55] Grants and Incentives for Public Infrastructure [13:56 -16:06] Public Investment and Health Impact [16:07 - 17:06] L2 Chargers & Faster Charging Capabilities [17:07 - 19:27] Infrastructure Market Uptake Forecasts [19:28 - 20:51] Utility Service Planning & Bottle Necks [20:52 -22:10] Skilled Electrician Demands & Bottle Necks [22:11 - 23:41] Servicing EV Infrastructure & Operability [23:42 - 26:57] Disruptive Technologies in the Market [27:06 - 30:32] What’s the Hottest EV? [30:33 - 31:10] Resources mentioned in this article: In-Charge EnergySubscribe To EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, 365 Pronto! We will see you back here for our next episode. For all inquiries: rue@365pronto.com THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Rue Phillips interviews Ram Ambatipudi, Vice President of Business Development & Utility Engagement at EV Connect. Ram is focused on business development activities with electric utilities and other strategic accounts to advance EV charging infrastructure and management and control of EV Charging stations. Ram has led the qualification of EV Connect in over twenty electric utility rebate, incentive, or make-ready infrastructure programs representing over $1 billion in aggregate investment. In addition, he represents EV Connect with multiple trade associations including the Alliance for Transportation Electrification (ATE) and Smart Energy Power Alliance (SEPA) and has spoken at numerous conferences and tradeshows. Ram was an original co-founder and seed investor in EV Connect when it was created in 2009. Ram formed Kala Energy, a consulting and investment advisory group focused on renewable energy. Kala Energy supports renewable energy project developers and investors by originating project acquisition and sales opportunities with a diverse focus on technologies, geographies and market segments. Previously, Ram was Director, Large Scale Renewables for Chevron Energy Solutions (now part of Engie) where he oversaw a project portfolio of over 1,600 MW of utility-scale solar projects in various stages of development. He also led project origination and due diligence for tax-equity investment activities for Chevron’s Renewables Investment group. Ram’s direct project development efforts resulted in over 25MW of DG Solar projects and energy efficiency projects with government sector customers representing over $100 million of revenue. Ram has over 25 years of experience in the energy industry, including 17 years in the renewable energy and cleantech sector. He has a B.A. in Economics from UCLA and an MBA from the Anderson School at UCLA. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: EV Connect [2:16 - 3:00] Challenges in Reliability & Operability [3:02 - 4:33] Operability of Different EV Chargers [4:40 - 6:19] Uptime Standards [6:20 - 8:02] Supporting Open Standards [8:12 - 10:00] OCPP Standard [10:00 - 11:57] Code Standard Competition [12:00 - 12:41] Ram’s Reliability Rating in the US [12:42 - 13:27] Lessons Learned [13:36 - 15:06] Solar, Battery, and EV Integration [15:10 - 17:00] Peak Demand Shaving & Thresholds [17:00 - 18:13] Ram’s Take on the Volkswagen Mitigation Trust Fund [18:14 - 19:39] Government & Municipality Incentives [19:40 - 21:28] Range Anxiety [21:29 - 22:30] Ram’s Next EV [22:31 - 23:24] Future of Fleet Electrification [23:40 - 25:15] What Would Ram do with $2 Billion? [25:16- 26:40] ... And lots more! Connect with Ram on Linkedin. Resources mentioned in this article: EV ConnectOCPPSubscribe To EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Join the conversation in the EV Infrastructure Forum. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, 365 Pronto! We will see you back here for our next episode. For all inquiries: rue@365pronto.com THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips

Our latest guest comes from across the pond, Ireland to be exact. Graham Brennan is responsible for the development and management of SEAI’s Electric Vehicle (EV) programmes which have disbursed €74m in support to help establish the current market of over 35,000 EVs on Irish roads. He was a member of the Government’s Low Emission Vehicles (LEV) Task Force which developed the key policies in place today underpinning the development of the EV market in Ireland. He is a member of the Executive Committee of the IEA HEV Technology Collaboration Programme. Previously Graham was responsible for running the Ocean Energy and RE Research & Development programmes within SEAI providing support for the first installations of wave energy, biomass and biofuel technology demonstrators in Ireland amongst others. Before joining SEAI, Graham worked for Rolls-Royce Aero Engines on turbine design in Derby, UK and prior to that he worked in the offshore oil and gas sector in Aberdeen. Graham holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from National University of Ireland, Galway and a Masters degree in Thermal Power from Cranfield University in England. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: Life as a Transport Program Manager (SEAI) [3:05 - 4:10] SEAI Sales Report [4:16 - 4:38] EU Car Maker Regulation(s) [6:13 - 8:07] EV Classifications in Ireland [8:07 - 8:47] Where’s Ireland in EV Adoption? [8:47 - 10:50] Graham’s Take on the Electric F150 [11:50 - 12:18] An LA Visit Recap & Thoughts on U.S. EV Efforts [12:30 - 14:42] EV Pop-Up Events & Fleets [14:44 - 15:08] ICEs & Total Cost Comparisons [15:20 - 16:11] U.S. Advantages [16:15 - 16:55] Fast Chargers vs. Level 2 EVSE [17:00 - 17:55] Home Charging Popularity in Ireland [18:00 - 18:57] Serviceability & Reliability [19:00 - 20:11] Energy Authority of Ireland [20:13 - 21:44] Charging Infrastructure Standards [21:45 - 23:20] Startup Vehicle Companies [23:46 - 24:46] Vehicle Importers & EV Supply [24:57- 26:26] Avgerage Installation Costs in Ireland [26:36 - 27:25] Managing Peak Power [27:29 - 27:55] V2G & Home Energy Management Systems [27:56 - 29:24] What Keeps Graham Up at Night? [29:26 - 30:09] Most Memorable EV Milestone Achievement [30:09 - 33:02] One Last Funny Story [33:05 - 33:46] Resources mentioned in this article: SEAILearn more WLTP)Subscribe To EV Chat and never miss an episode! EV Chat Podcast *Available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify & more. Thank you for tuning into EV Chat and thank you to our sponsor, 365 Pronto! We will see you back here for our next episode. For all inquiries: rue@365pronto.com THANKS FOR LISTENING For more show information, or if you would like to be a guest on the show contact me at rphillips@evmicrotrax.com. Your comments on the show would be most welcome. I read and answer each one of them, Thanks Again. Rue Phillips