2026 Clean Transportation Expo

About the Event

The Clean Transportation Expo will be an opportunity to build public-private partnerships and talk about successes and challenges with all forms of clean transportation, both within Georgia and the region. Panels will cover the latest with Compressed and Renewable Natural Gas, Bio Fuels, development, Hydrogen, Electrification, Propane, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and the technologies that support these fuels.

This summit is essential for any businesses or organizations eager to explore clean transportation’s expanding role and the strides being made in alternative fuel vehicles. Attendees will gain direct access to leaders and innovators who are actively advancing clean transportation adoption across the Southeast. Expect impactful networking, valuable insights, and opportunities to collaborate with those shaping the future of clean transportation.

Suggested Sectors

Battery Storage
Biofuels Applications
Dealerships and OEMs
Electric Utility Providers
Electrons to EVs
Energy Management & Telematics
First Responders
Fleet Operators & Managers
Fleet Vehicle Manufacturers
Home Service Companies
Hydrogen Technologies
Idle Reduction Applications
Nonprofits & Community Leaders
Power-to-Gas Technologies
Regional Planning Organizations
Renewable Energy Developers
Renewable Natural Gas
School & Transit Bus Directors
Shipping Logistics
Sustainable Aviation
Sustainability Directors
Technicians & Mechanics
Transportation Planners
Waste Collection & Management
Waste-to-Energy & Conversion Solutions

Event Details

June 10 – June 11, 2026

The Georgia International Convention Center

2000 Convention Center Concourse, College Park, GA 30337

REGISTRATION EXTENDED TO: Fri, June 5th!

Agenda

Wednesday, June 10th

7:30 AM: Registration / Breakfast/ Vendor Booths Open

8:30 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks

Frank Morris, Clean Cities Georgia

8:50 AM: From Pilot to Payback: Building the Business Case for Alternative Fuels in Today’s Market

Stephanie Valdez-Streaty, Cox Automotive
Bill Moore, Conger Gas LLP

9:50 AM: Fireside Chat with Jason Gies from Tesla

10:30 AM: From Data to Decisions: Using Telematics to Optimize Fleet Performance and Costs

Kendra Baity, City of Atlanta

10:55 AM: Beyond Diesel: Clean Fuel Strategies for School Bus Fleets

Stephen Whaley, Bluebird
Dan Rosenfield, Highland Electric
Bret Giles, Georgia Power
Anthony Jackson, Bibb County Schools

12:00 PM: Scaling Biofuels in Georgia: Policy, Supply Chains, and Fleet Adoption Strategies

Chris Coan, Municipal Gas Authority
Burl Haigwood, SESI
Brian Simmons, Optimus
Dan Gage, Transport Project

1:20 PM: Workforce Readiness for Alternative Fuel Vehicles: Training, Safety, and Retention

Steve Conway, TCSG
Robert Gordon, Dekalb County
Dr. Joe Bozeman, Georgia Tech

2:20 PM: EV Take-Home Vehicles: Policy, Compliance, and Cost Impacts for Fleet Managers

Jeff Leonard, Cobb County
Jose Rocha, NCR Alteos

3:05 PM: Building Public & Stakeholder Buy-In for Clean Transportation Projects

Dr. Jenny Hirsch, SCoRE
Pamela Fann, Integrated Solutions, Clean Cities Georgia

3:35 PM: Navigating Incentives, Grants, and Funding for Fleet Transition

Moderator: Gil Grodzinsky, EPD
Donnette Sturdivant, EPA
Ruben Gijon-Felix, EPD
Caitlin Hillard, Georgia Power
Michael Dorgan, Center for Transportation and the Environment

4:05 PM: Highlight on Clean Cities Georgia’s Work

Sumner Pomeroy, Clean Cities Georgia

4:30 PM: Reception

Thursday, June 11th

7:30 AM: Registration and Continental Breakfast

8:30 AM: Opening Remarks

Frank Morris, Clean Cities Georgia

8:35: Keynote with Stuart Countess, KIA Georgia

8:50 AM: Everything to Know About EV Procurement and Ordinances

John R. Seydel, City of Atlanta

9:15 AM: What’s Next for Fleets: Hydrogen, Automation, and Emerging Technologies

Moderator: Dan Raudebagh, Center for Transportation and the Environment
Dr. Shelley Francis, EV Noire
Dr. Scott McWhorter, SHEA
John Millican, Hyundai Translead

10:25 AM: Powering the Transition: What You Need to Know About the Future of EV Charging

Moderator: Folashade Alao, Atlanta Regional Commission
Josh Turner, Power Up
Gabrielle Pierre, Georgia Network for E-Mobility, UGA
Glenn Halliday, Georgia Power

11:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Sponsor Speakers and Wrap-Up

Sponsorship Opportunities

Location

Hotels

If you are coming from out of state and are looking for a place to stay, Clean Cities Georgia has arranged for courtesy room blocks and discounted rates at some of the surrounding hotels.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport College Park

2101 Convention Center Concourse A, College Park, GA 30337

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