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EV Association Presentation: Learn to Read Your Electricity Bill and Save Money
2020-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
EV Association newsletter editor, Dave Crow, will walk attendees through an SDG&E monthly bill, break down the pros and cons of the different pricing plans available to EVs, discuss the options of adding rooftop solar and/or a battery backup system, and do his best to save you some money.
Zoom link for registering for the event.

EV Association Presentation: Tesla Model Y and Utility EV Chargers
2020-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual EV Meeting
Featured Presentation:
On May 14th, the EV Association will kick off its digital presentations with a special, two-in-one event. First, Josh Welsh, a local Tesla Model Y owner, will provide an overview of his Model Y experience to-date and answer your questions on Tesla’s small SUV. Then, Lianna Rios with SDG&E will present the latest information on two newly approved programs by the Public Utilities Commission that turn your electricity bill payments into electric vehicle chargers (EVSEs) here in our community.
Follow this link to register to attend Thursday’s event on Zoom. You will receive a link to attend the live event when you register.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members by emailing info@SanDiegoEV.org.

Carlsbad Green Biz Expo and EV Day - at the Flower Fields
2020-04-15 15:00 - 19:00 | Carlsbad Flower Fields, 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA, 92008, United States
Join the EV Association of San Diego for a day of fun at the Carlsbad Flower Fields. The event will include electric vehicles on display and volunteer EV educators on hand to answer questions. $10 donation requested by the Flower Fields.
If you would like to volunteer to be an EV Educator for the event, please contact:
Simon Freedman at simonf@roadrunner.com

Preuss School Annual Science Festival
2020-03-21 10:30 - 13:00 | Preuss School UC San Diego, 3750 Voigt Dr., La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
Students, parents, and members of the San Diego community come together for a day of STEM related activities, demonstrations, and access to organizations in their neighborhood. The festival anticipates 1,200 attendees this year.
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will have a booth with cars on display, plus volunteer educators sharing information about EVs .
About:
The Preuss School is located on the UCSD campus and is a free public charter school for students in grades 6-12. Students come from all over San Diego and the only criteria for admission is coming from a low-income family. It strives to expose both students and parents to people and organizations throughout San Diego through its STEM program to support and encourage students to consider a future STEM career.

EV Association Presentation: Two Bit da Vinci
2020-03-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Ricky and Chris, founders of the Two Bit da Vinci YouTube Channel, will share the latest Tesla news plus other electric vehicle updates. This dynamic duo has nearly 100,000 YouTube subscribers. Make sure to subscribe to keep up with them before and after their Electric Vehicle Association presentation.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!
(you must attend the presentation to win the raffle)

EV Association Presentation: Cheryl Goodman, Sony's Vision-S
2020-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Cheryl Goodman, Head of Corporate Communications for Sony Electronics North America, will present Sony’s innovative new electric vehicle concept, the Vision-S. Ms. Goodman oversees executive and financial communications, corporate social responsibility programs and employee communications. Prior to her work at Sony, she served for 10 years at Qualcomm before taking the reins at Athena where she was recognized as one of San Diego’s top CEOs.
… And: Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

Living Coast Discovery Center - EV Presentation
2020-02-06 | CA
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will provide a presentation for staff of the Living Coast Discovery Center. While this event is closed to the public, the EV Association regularly provides free presentations on electric vehicles throughout the community. If you would like us to present for your organization, please contact us at Info@SanDiegoEV.org for more information. If you would like to find out when the next public presentation will be, keep an eye on our Events Page. The Association also hosts a monthly presentation at the Center for Sustainable Energy that is free and open to the public.

Fully Charged Live
2020-02-01 - 2020-02-02 | Circuit of the Americas, 9201 Circuit of the Americas Boulevard, Austin, TX, 78617, United States
If you are interested in a road trip, this event may be for you. The YouTube sensation Fully Charged is taking their show on the road and will be hosting an event in Austin early next year.

Annual Awards and Electric Vehicle Presentations
2020-01-25 09:00 - 14:00 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego is thrilled to announce our national organization’s Annual Awards Event in San Diego on January 25, 2020. The meeting will feature presentations from an all-star lineup.
Featured Speakers

Ben Sullins: Founder, Teslanomics
Chris Paine:* Writer/Director “Who Killed the Electric Car”
Larry Goldenhersh: Executive Director, Center for Sustainable Energy
Ellen Hiep, Board Member, Dutch Electric Driver’s Association (Vereniging Elektrische Rijders)

Registration Required
You must register to attend. If you are a member of the EV Association of San Diego, you will receive a discount for the Jan 25th event (includes lunch).

Become an Electric Vehicle Association Member ($35)
Register for the Annual Meeting on January 25th (discounted for members)

*special guest

EV Association 2020 Planning Meeting
2020-01-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Stonecrest Meeting Room, 3110 West Canyon Ave, San Diego, CA, 92123, United States
Its time for new year’s resolutions and grand plans. The EV Association has already kicked off 2020 with a bang – 5 full days at the San Diego Auto Show – and we want to continue that momentum with a great plan for the year. Come meet with the EV Association team to lend your ideas. Tell us what the Association has done right, wrong, and what to focus on moving forward.
Street parking is available.

EV Association Presentation: A Tesla Adventure with Climate Impact
2020-01-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Featured Presentation:
Scott Murray, Climate Reality Leader and SanDiego350 Public Policy Co-Chair, journeyed across the Continent with his wife Nicole and their four kids in the family’s Tesla Model X. Working around the hazards of extreme heat, floods, a hurricane and the moods of the kids, the family showed that electric vehicles are ready for prime-time as a true climate change solution. Come enjoy the story chronicling the good, the bad and the ugly about long distance EV travel in a changing climate.
… And Electric Vehicle Questions Answered
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the presentation starts.
Additionally, RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!
(you must attend the presentation to win the raffle)

San Diego International Auto Show
2020-01-01 - 2020-01-05 | San Diego Convention Center, 111 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, 92101, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will be teaming up with the San Diego Auto Show to advocate for and educate about the latest electric vehicle offerings. It is a great way to see most electric vehicle offerings in one location.
If you would like to join the EV Association as an EV Educator for any of the days of the show, please sign up with us here. Once you have filled out the volunteer form, you will hear from one on the EV Association’s officers with more information and training for the event.

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring New San Diego County EV Initiatives
2019-12-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Featured Presentation: New San Diego County EV Initiatives
Emily Wier, Environment and Energy Policy Advisor for San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, will present on San Diego County’s EV Roadmap, the newly approved Clean Cars 4 All program, and exciting developments at the California Air Resources Board. Supervisor Fletcher is raising the level of awareness about the effects of San Diego’s poor air quality and implementing policy to combat climate change as a member of the California Air Resources Board.
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring Vehicle-to-Grid Charging
2019-11-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM.
Featured Presentation: Vehicle-to-Grid Charging
NUVVE has been running commercial vehicle-to-grid (V2G) operations since 2016. Russell Vare, NUVVE’s U.S. Director of Business Development, will discuss the state of V2G charging as well as options for vehicle-to-load charging. Join us, for a peak into the future of EV charging and grid management.
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

County Board of Supervisor's Meeting - EV Roadmap Vote
2019-10-30 09:00 - 11:00 | San Diego County Administration Building, 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
The County Board of Supervisors will be voting on a proposal to apply for a grant for $5 million to bring more electric vehicles to the San Diego region. EV Assocation members will be speaking in support during the meeting and we encourage others go and provide public comment as well. The following is more information about the initiative.
‘Clean Cars 4 All’ is a cap-and-trade funded program that provides an incentive (approx. $5-10K) for low-income residents in communities disproportionately burdened by pollution to retire their older vehicle and replace it with a low or zero emission vehicle alternative, or receive a voucher for the use of alternative mobility options such as public transit, car sharing, bike sharing or to purchase an electric bicycle. The would authorize the San Diego Air Pollution Control District to implement the program as well as secure state funding for the program.

San Diego Entrepreneurs Exchange: Sustainability Council Presentation
2019-10-24 18:00 - 20:30 | WeWork LaJolla, 8910 University Center Lane Aventine, San Diego, CA, 92122, United States
The EV Association will be joining the SDEE’s Sustainability Council for an evening about reducing food waste through innovation. We will have a table set up prior to the event to share the benefits of electric vehicles with SDEE members. We are looking forward to working with a group that shares our excitement about conservation and clean energy.

San Diego Green Homes Tour
2019-10-19 10:00 - 2019-10-20 16:00 | CA
This is the 10th year of the Green Homes Tour showcasing some of the most innovative, eco-friendly homes in San Diego County. It’s a great opportunity for the community to step inside a diverse mix of private residences to get ideas, find inspiration and explore various green features in real-world settings.
The Electric Vehicle Association is partnering with the Tour this year to pair at least one electric vehicle and EV Educator with every home on the tour expanding the green home tour to include green transportation as well. Contact the EV Association if you would like to be an EV Educator on either day.
Central San Diego and South & East County on Oct 19th – 10 AM to 4 PM
North County on Oct 20th – 10 AM to 4 PM
For more details visit the San Diego Green Homes Tour Page.

Oasis Technology Fair: Ages 50+
2019-10-15 09:00 - 15:00 | Grossmont Center – San Diego Oasis, 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, Reading Cinemas, La Mesa, CA, 91942, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association will bring cars and EV Educators out to this information packed Tuesday where the San Diego Oasis is holding a technology fair for adults 50 and up.
The “Get Connected: Technology Fair for 50+” hosted by San Diego Oasis with lead sponsor County of San Diego Aging and Independent Services, is Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2019. The tech fair is the region’s largest, featuring free workshops on social networking, online safety, innovative apps, smart phones and tablets, and much more. Attendees can consult with a tech expert in a one-on-one environment to answer just about any kind of tech question. Exhibitors from local technology companies will also be on-hand to demonstrate the latest in smart home technology. Opportunity drawings for some exciting tech-related gifts will be held throughout the day. More than 1,000 people are expected to attend. Admission is free, but registration is required. Go to www.SanDiegoOasis.org to register for Class #75. Free shuttle buses for North County residents will be provided. Call 760-796-6020 for more information on transportation.

Electric Vehicles Demystified - Encinitas YMCA
2019-10-14 12:30 - 13:30 | YMCA – Encinitas, 200 Saxony Rd, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association will share the facts and debunk the myths during this fun filled presentation.
The full event will include:

20 minute presentation on electric vehicles
Short question and answer session inside the building
Additional Q&A outside with EV Association members who will be displaying their electric vehicles

This presentation is free and open to the public. If you would like us to present to your organization, just let us know at info@SanDiegoEV.org.

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring Chula Vista's EV Fleet Update
2019-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM.
Featured Presentation: Chula Vista’s Electric Vehicle Fleet Update!
Coleen Wisniewski, Environmental Sustainability Manager for Chula Vista, will present on the updates that the city has made to their electric vehicle fleet. Find out about how a Chevy Bolt can be a truck, how fleet EVs performed in their first year, and Chula Vista’s electric “lessons learned.”
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

Electric Vehicles Demystified - Mission Valley YMCA
2019-10-07 13:00 - 14:30 | Mission Valley YMCA, 5505 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States

Clean Air Day with Electric Vehicles
2019-10-05 13:00 - 17:00 | Boys and Girls Club of San Diego – Encanto Branch, 6785 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA, 92114, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association will be teaming up with the San Diego Urban Sustainability Coalition to host Clean Air Day. RSVP here. The day will be full of fun including:

Electric Vehicles Displayed
Free Food for Participants
Environmental Justice & Equity Workshop. (Participants are eligible for prizes and a $100 stipend if they sign up and take the Ambassador Training Class.)
A Bike Rodeo
A Community Bike Ride
Bouncy House
Face Paint
Dance
Take the Clean Air Day Pledge

Free Give-A-Ways and Raffles:

Raffles
Child’s Bike
Free Energy Saving Give-A-Ways
Clean Air Day Give-A-Ways

San Diego County Clean Air Day with EV test drives
2019-10-02 11:00 - 14:00 | San Diego County Administration Building, 1600 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
The Electric Vehicle Association of San Diego will participate in the San Diego County Clean Air Day. Come out for free test drives of several different makes and models of electric vehicle all in one place! Plus, the EV Association’s EV Educators will be on hand to share information about electric vehicles including charging, road trips, cost comparisons, and EV range. This will be a great event to get all of your questions answered by actual electric vehicle drivers. See below for time, date, and location.

Electric Vehicle 101 Presentation for Chula Vista Employees
2019-09-19 | CA
EVs are cheaper, cleaner, quicker, and safer. The Electric Vehicle Association will share the facts and debunk the myths during this fun filled presentation. This presentation is only open to Chula Vista employees, but if you would like us to give a presentation for your organization, just let us know at info@sandiegoEV.org.

San Diego State University Sustainability Day
2019-09-18 10:00 - 14:00 | San Diego State University
Join the EV Association for San Diego State University’s Sustainability Day. Learn about EVs while perusing the full array of sustainability related topics: recycling, composting, greywater systems, clean energy, sustainable building materials, and best of all… clean transportation. More information coming soon!

National Drive Electric Week - Liberty Station
2019-09-14 10:00 - 15:00 | CA
The event will showcase more than 30 booths hosted by various EV exhibitors, environmental organizations, raffles, speakers and more! More information coming soon.
If you are interested in this or future opportunities to be an EV Educator with the Electric Vehicle Association. Contact Elaine at:
Elaine@SanDiegoEV.org

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring Electric Conversions by Zelectric
2019-09-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM.
Featured Presentation: Zelectric’s Electric Vehicle Conversions
Zelectric CEO, David Benardo, will discuss EV conversions of classic VW’s and Porsches such as Beetles, Microbuses, Buses, Ghias, “Things” and Porsche models 356, 911, 912 and 914. Arrive between 6:30 and 7:00PM to see one of Zelectric’s 1960’s VW Beetles on display.
EVs and Solar:
Sullivan Solar Power will provide a short presentation on the benefits of pairing solar and energy storage with electric vehicles. If you buy a solar array though Sullivan Solar, and let them know that the EV Association referred you, they will make a donation to the EV Association. (You must let them know we referred you on the first phone call.)

RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

2020 CALeVIP Staff Workshop - San Diego
2019-08-27 10:00 - 12:00 | SANDAG Board Room, 401 B Street, 7th Floor San Diego, San Diego, CA, 92101, United States
CALeVIP stands for California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project.
The workshop will be to discuss the planned joint EV charger incentive program for the San Diego region and seek local input to the program design. The regional incentive program would be co-funded by CEC, SANDAG and San Diego County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) under CALeVIP.
Public comment will be allowed at the meeting if you are interested in putting in your two cents. See this PDF for more information on the event.

EV Association Monthly Meeting: Featuring the Future of Tesla's Autopilot
2019-08-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Center for Sustainable Energy, 3980 Sherman Street, Suite 170, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Are you new to electric vehicles? Interested in learning more about becoming an electric vehicle owner? Get your EV questions answered by long time members between 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM before the meeting starts.
Doors open at 6:30 PM, the meeting starts at 7:00 PM
Featured Presentation: the Future of Tesla’s Autopilot
Mechanical engineer Mark Hughes, Tesla M3 owner and autopilot enthusiast, will highlight where autopilot is today, and will also provide a breakdown of the future of Tesla’s self driving hardware and software. This fascinating presentation extracts the most relevant information from Tesla’s “Investor Autonomy Day” held earlier this year in an easy to understand format.
RSVP for this event on Meetup to ensure we save you a seat and to get a free entry in a raffle for a 24 hour Tesla test drive. The event is free and open to the public. Pizza will be provided!

Night Out in Gompers Park - (with EVs!)
2019-08-06 05:00 - 19:30 | Gompers Park, 4926 Hilltop Drive, San Diego, CA, 92102, United States
National Night Out is a way to foster and build cohesion within our community. The EV Association will be joining over a dozen other organizations offering resource booths on a wide range of topics. The night will be full of fun, activities, and food. Thanks to the NNO committee, the San Diego Parks and Recreation Department, and the San Diego Police Department for organizing!Platicando Con Mi GentePlaticando Con Mi GentePlaticando Con Mi Gente
