Recorded on December 15, 2025
State decisionmakers are under increased pressure to keep electricity rates stable while continuing the urgent work of modernizing the grid. Electric vehicles (EVs) are often perceived as an added cost driver, yet when planned and managed, can actually lower long-term grid costs.
In this webinar, industry experts explored how states are using managed charging, flexible load, and proactive planning to turn EV adoption into a tool for affordability. Panelists examined real-world examples of states that are aligning investment and policy strategies to harness the benefits of EV integration, including increasing grid utilization and deferring costly infrastructure upgrades. Attendees gained insights into proven, actionable strategies for readying the grid for EV adoption at scale while prioritizing delivering savings for customers.
Panelists
- Ryan Gallentine, Advanced Energy United
Managing Director - Katherine Stainken, Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)
Technical Leader – Electric Transportation - Tom Plant, Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
Commissioner - Ari Kahn, New York State Department of Public Service
Chief, Transportation and Grid Modernization
Moderator
- Elizabeth Stears, Advanced Energy United
Principal