Virginia Clean Cities

Early bird pricing ends after tomorrow!

Lock in reduced rates for your tickets and hotel block by June 21st, and save on your conference experience in the Valley: https://maccce.org/conference/

We’ve partnered with local hotels to offer discounted rates for Summit attendees. Stay in town just minutes away from the venue - but hurry! Many of the Group Rate options end on June 21st.

Combine your hotel offer with an early bird ticket by Sunday and save on the whole conference experience!

Learn more about hotel availability below: https://maccce.org/expo-lodging/

From Pilots to Policy: Fleet Readiness for the Transition to an Alternative Fuel

Evaluate how fleets can move from limited pilot projects to scalable alternative fuel adoption strategies in this MAATSE breakout session. Panelists will identify the operational, financial, staffing, and policy considerations that influence fleet readiness during a fuel transition. The session will provide a framework for turning early demonstrations into durable organizational policy and investment decisions. This session features:

- Paul Hooper: Fleet Maintenance Coordinator for Loudon County Public Schools
- Danny Plaugher: Executive Director of Virginians for High Speed Rail & Virginia Transit Association
- Jacob Richard: Technical Project Manager at Calstart
- Shaun Rosemond: Manager, Natural Gas Vehicles at Southern Company
- Frank Walkiewicz: Business Development Manager at Roush CleanTech

Learn more about this panel: https://maccce.org/session-a1-from-pilots-to-policy-fleet-readiness-for-the-transition-to-an-alternative-fuel/

On June 25th, our friends at Electrifying Virginia are hosting their webinar: "From The Pump To The Plug: How Electric Vehicles Are Saving Thousands."

In this session, they'll be discussing the economics of switching to electric vehicles. Learn more and tune in: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1ZU1hjMtSSm8-hzhVUB0lQ #/registration

Charging Smart is a program that awards communities for electric vehicle (EV) readiness. The program provides personalized, no-cost technical assistance to help municipalities achieve an expansion of EVs in their community.

Over a dozen localities are currently engaged in this program throughout Virginia. Join them by getting in touch!

Learn more: https://vacleancities.org/charging-smart-project/

PowerUp is a leading EV charging infrastructure company focused on expanding reliable, high-speed charging across the Southeast. Founded by EV enthusiasts and infrastructure professionals, PowerUp combines generations of fueling experience with innovative charging solutions to create a fast, reliable, and accessible network for drivers.

PowerUp's President and Co-Founder, Jessie Hensley, will attend the conference and be available to discuss real-world EV infrastructure deployment, NEVI implementation, utility coordination, site development, public-private partnerships, and the future of transportation electrification.

You'll find them and more at MAATSE 2026: https://maccce.org/expo-registration/

Future of Flight Drone Event Highlights Benefits and Cost Savings of Drone Technology

Last month, nearly 50 attendees gathered near the orchard at Squabble State Hard Cider & Spirits in Bristol, Virginia, to watch a drone lift off and spray water across a nearby field — the first of many demonstrations highlighting how drone technology is transforming industries through improved efficiency, reduced fuel consumption and lower emissions.

Read the full article here: https://vacleancities.org/future-of-flight-drone-event-highlights-benefits-and-cost-savings-of-drone-technology/

Join us at the 2026 MAATSE event in Harrisonburg, VA on July 21-23. Electrifying Virginia will be participating in a panel on community outreach success and tactics during the conference so stay tuned to learn more. Virginia Clean Cities

On the Program: Regional Planning for Domestic Fuel Corridors 🛣️

Join Erin Belt, Derrick Herrmann, and Breanne Preisen to explore how coordinated regional planning can accelerate the buildout of domestic fuel corridors for alternative transportation tech.

These panelists will assess the roles of state, public, and private partners in improving corridor continuity, reliability, and access, helping identify planning strategies that support freight movement, fleet adoption, and long-term infrastructure deployment.

Learn more about this session and more: https://maccce.org/nevi-expert-panel-regional-planning-for-domestic-fuel-corridors/