Name
Electrifying America’s Ports: Strategies to Unlock Freight Decarbonization
Date & Time
Monday, September 14, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
Speakers
Colleen Liang | Director of Environmental Programs and Planning, Port of Oakland
Valerie Thorsen | San Joaquin Valley Regional Office Director, Calstart
Jeff Rome | Executive Vice President of EV Charging Solutions, Motive Energy
Valerie Thorsen | San Joaquin Valley Regional Office Director, Calstart
Jeff Rome | Executive Vice President of EV Charging Solutions, Motive Energy
Description
Ports present a powerful opportunity for electrification. As concentrated hubs of transportation-related air pollution, they are also uniquely positioned for impactful solutions—thanks to their fixed operations and predictable activity, which make them ideal for deploying charging infrastructure. This panel will feature port leaders and key stakeholders sharing real-world lessons, challenges, and strategies for integrating zero-emission vehicles and charging infrastructure into port operations.
Location Name
Room 428-429
Full Address
Seattle Convention Center | Summit
900 Pine St
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
900 Pine St
Seattle, WA 98101
United States
Session Type
Breakout Session