Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) will present an inaugural three-day international conference July 22-24 that will showcase the latest technological advances, market research, and policy initiatives shaping the future of PHEVs. Also it will be the first gathering of automotive manufacturers, component suppliers, electric utilities, government agencies, academia and the environmental community that will focus solely on the technology of PHEVs – which can average 100 miles per gallon and represent one of the most viable near-term ways to reach a greener future.
Some of the highlights include:
• A pre-conference battery workshop and 18 breakout sessions with 80-plus scheduled speakers addressing issues ranging from car buyers and PHEVs, to reducing petroleum use with PHEVs, to "smart charging" and the home interface, and more.
• Comprehensive exposition featuring displays including plug-in vehicles, batteries and the latest innovations associated with PHEVs and supporting electricity infrastructure.
• A Public Night with the exposition floor open, and a panel discussion on PHEVs and their role in the transportation and energy future.
There will be plenary session speakers from automakers, utilities, regulatory agencies, universities, and industry.
Exhibitors and organizers/sponsors from all sectors will be present.
Event organizers: the Electric Power Research Institute, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, San Diego Gas & Electric (a Sempra Energy utility), the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, the Sacramento Municipal Utility District, Southern California Edison and the University of California at Davis Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle Research Center.
Pre-Conference Battery Workshop: July 21, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Opening Plenary Session, Plenary Panel and Breakout Sessions: July 22, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Public Night: July 22, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Breakout Sessions: July 23, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Summary of Breakout Sessions and Closing Plenary Session: July 24, 8 a.m. to noon.
The event will be held at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, 150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose, Calif. 95113
For more information on the overall conference, visit www.plugin2008.com.
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