Wisconsin Clean Cities

March 4, 2025 - Propane Webinar Roundtable
2025-03-04 14:30 - 15:45 (America/Chicago)
Join the Wisconsin Clean Cities Coalition as we host a webinar discussion on the use of propane as an alternative fuel, implementation within fleets, the pros and cons of switching, and more! We will also touch upon how the industry is faring in light of the current changes with the new administration.
We will have expert speakers sharing their vast knowledge about implementation, cost points, funding availability, emissions, etc from Boehlke Bottled Gas Corporation, ROUSH CleanTech, and the Wisconsin Propane Gas Association.

05.08.2025 - Green Drives Conference & Expo
2025-05-08 08:00 - 16:00
Green Drives Conference and Expo

The Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation is excited to once again present the annual Green Drives Conference & Expo hosted by Powering Chicago at the IBEW-NECA Technical Institute in Alsip, Illinois.
Green Drives – one of the largest clean-transportation conferences held in the Midwest – is an annual must-attend event for government officials, commercial and municipal fleet managers, corporate sustainability officers, and clean-tech and clean-energy professionals who want to learn how to use cleaner, lower emissions fuels and technologies, while saving money.
Advanced vehicle technologies, electric vehicles, and alternative fuels will be showcased, including dozens of green vehicles and exhibitors. Attendees will not only have a chance to network with experts from throughout the nation and the region, but they will learn of first-hand experiences from fleets currently using alternative fuels and electric vehicles.

When: Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CDT)

Where: IBEW/NECA Technical Institute 6201 West 115th Street Alsip, IL 60803

REGISTER HERE

2025 Green Drives Conference & Expo Agenda

Registration and Welcome

7:30am
Vendor / exhibit set up

8:00am
Registration

8:30am
WelcomeLes Faul, Acting Chair, IACT / Fleet Manager, ComEd
Emcee Chris Lyon, Director of Fleet Relations, NTEA
Gene Kent, Director, IBEW-NECA Technical Institute

We are IACTAnn Schneider, Board Member, IACT / Founder and President, Ann L. Schneider & Associates LLC
Tim Milburn, Board Member, IACT / Co-founder, Green Ways 2Go

Morning Session

9:00am
Taking It to the Streets!Featured Guest Speaker: Jamie Butters, Executive Editor, Automotive News / Host of Daily Drive podcast

9:30am
Innovations and Best Practices ShowcaseMyth Busters – Fuels and Best Practices
Speakers will bust up preconceived notions with real world, real work fleet evidence. Learn from these experts on how alternative fuels are working to lower emissions and deliver cost cutting solutions, and how fleets are adopting best in show, smart alternative fuel choices for fewer emissions and big savings.
Bart Sowa, Program Director of Mobility Research and Development, GTI Energy
Chris Ransom, National Account Manager, AmeriGas
Dick Dublinski, Director of Public Works, City of Naperville
Marc Rowe, Steering Committee, IACT / General Manager of Fuel Sales, Trillium Energy Solutions
Jason van den Brink, Chief Financial Officer, Ozinga Energy
Karl Gnadt, CEO and General Manager, Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District
Matthew Carr, Board Member, IACT / Director of Integrated Powertrain Sales, International
Steven Sage, Regional Sales Manager, Bollinger Motors

Break

10:50am
Visit booths in exhibit hall and outdoor vehicle display. Peruse and ask questions about vehicles on display, and schedule a ride-and-drive in participating displayed vehicles. Raffle prize upon return to program.

Mid-Morning Session

11:30am
NTEA – Work Truck Show & MembershipChris Lyon, Director of Fleet Relations, NTEA

Powering Chicago “Codes and Confidence”
Enjoy a short video on how Powering Chicago brings together the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 134 electricians and the Electrical Contracters’ Association (ECA) of Chicago and Cook County to continue to invest in consistently better construction, careers, and communities within the metro Chicago region.
Elbert Walters III, Board Member, IACT / Executive Director, Powering Chicago

Lunch

12:00pm
Walk through our catered buffet. Visit booths in exhibit hall and outdoor vehicle display. Peruse and ask questions about vehicles on display, and schedule a ride-and-drive in participating displayed vehicles. Raffle prize upon return to program at 2:00pm.

12:25pm
Thank You to Sponsors
Lynn Stafford, Director of Business Development and Events, IACT / VP Business Development, True Alternative Fuel Systems

1:00pm
Tours of IBEW-NECA Technical Institute’s Renewable Energy Training Field begin

Afternoon Session

2:00pm
Updates from the Metropolitan Mayors CaucusHear about the future of MMC and an upcoming alternative fuel project.
Edith Makra, Director of Environmental Initiatives, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus

2:15pm
Fleet Electrification and Readiness
Selecting EVs and HybridsTim Milburn, Board Member, IACT / Co-founder, Green Ways 2Go

Planning and Design: Fleet EV Charging Stations and Infrastructure
Rahul Chatterjea, Senior Energy Engineer, ComEd

Operating and Maintaining Fleet EVs and EV Charging Infrastructure
Les Faul, Acting Chair, IACT / Fleet Manager, ComEd
Ken Crowley, Steering Committee, IACT / Superintendent of Fleet Services, Village of Oak Park
Kara Demirjian, Founder and President, DCC Marketing

Utility Engagement
Les Faul, Acting Chair, IACT and Fleet Manager, ComEd

Codes Standards and Best Practices
Bob Hattier, Business Representative, IBEW Local 134

Looking Forward: New Technologies and Policies
Bob Hattier, Business Representative, IBEW Local 134

3:15pm
Special Funding SessionsShow Me the Money! State and Federal Funding Opportunities
Bailey Arnold, Steering Committee, IACT / Director of Healthy Air Solutions, American Lung Association / Program Director, B20 Club of Illinois
Jack Cruikshank, EV Policy Advisor, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
Cristina Botero, Senior Manager of Beneficial Electrification, ComEd
Ann Schneider, Board Member, IACT & Founder and President, Ann L. Schneider & Associates LLC

Closing

4:00pm
Closing remarks and grand raffle prize: TWO tickets to NASCAR Chicago Street Race

FOR MORE INFO GO TO: https://il-act.org/green-drives-2025/

5/20-5/21 2025 - North Central Propane Convention & Trade Show
2025-05-20 08:00 - 2025-05-21 17:00 | La Crosse Center, 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
What: North Central Propane Convention & Trade Show
What: May 20 & 21, 2025
Showcase Your Company at the North Central 2025 Propane Convention & Trade Show!
📢 Reserve Your Spot Early!
✅ Booths and truck spaces are assigned first come, first served.
✅ Submit a completed registration form with payment to secure your space.
✅ Indicate your 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choice for booth placement.
Don’t miss this opportunity to put your company front and center—reserve your space today!
See all the details on the Trade Show & Sponsor Flyer.
Register for the convention & reserve your hotel room. $165 for one day registration – $250 for full (both days & $85 for spouse) There are additional outings such as a dinner cruise, golfing, motorcycle rally, axe throwing and brewery tour that you can purchase access to.
✅ See Full Event Schedule, Educational Sessions & Featured Speakers, Hotel Information & More! New This Year: Online Registration! Register quickly and easily from anywhere.

06.16.25 - 06.18.25 Wisconsin School Bus Convention
2025-06-16 10:30 - 2025-06-18 21:00
🚍 The Wisconsin School Bus Convention is coming! 🚍
📅 JUNE 16-18, 2025
🚩 At the CHULA VISTA RESORT in Wisconsin Dells (Contact the Wisconsin School Bus Association for a discounted room)
Registration is open – there is still room for more exhibitors!
Welcome Reception with appetizers and cocktails, Ice Cream Social, Breakfast & Lunch
Presentations on:

WI DOT DMV & State Patrol updates
FMSCA Drug & Alcohol Programs
Air Disc Brakes
Cost Reduction with Sustainable Lubricants and & Fuel Improvements
TSA Surface Operations and CISA in the Bus Industry
Challenging Behaviors on School Buses (Special Education Focus)
Preparing for a DOT audit
Wheel chair Restraint Training
School Bus Market Engines

⛳ Will include a Gulf outing at the Cold Water Canyon Gulf Club on Monday, Corn Hole Games on Tuesday & an escape room activity on Wednesday
Networking Sessions, awards ceremony, mechanic workshops, raffles, and round table discussions on Driver Training/Safety Management!
More details here: https://www.wi-sba.org/convention

06.17.25 - Installing an EV charger at your workplace - 11:30 am to 1 pm CST
2025-06-17 11:30 - 13:00
⚡ Interested in getting an EV charger installed at your workplace? ⚡
Join our free June 17th, 2025 workshop!
WCC wants to teach you how to make informed decisions about the placement, installation, and maintenance of EV charging stations. The goal is to help companies create sustainable, efficient, and accessible charging infrastructure for their employees and visitors. We will share information about programs such as the EMPOWER project that provides free assistance. We will share current funding incentives and tax credits that can offset the cost!
💲 (For both the private and public sectors!) 💲
🚗 Virtually, from 11:30 am to 1 pm CST 🚗

We will help you answer questions such as:

Should your workplace obtain charging solutions?
How would you benefit from providing EV charging stations?
What are the different types of EV charging stations, and what type does your facility need?
Where should you place an EV charging station?
Are there any considerations you need to be aware of?
What are the rules and regulations concerning access?
How would you get one installed? How long would it take? What would it cost?
Are there any incentives or rebates available to install a charger?
How would you maintain it? Are there policies your workplace should adopt regarding EV charging?

Can’t make the webinar? Sign the EMPOWER PLEDGE to have WCC do a free assessment of your workplace (and provide you a report on the funding opportunities you qualify for) No money, no commitment, just a 100% free service to arm you with information!

See the Webinar Recording
Webinar Presentation (PDF of slides)

30C Explainer – Biz (Tax Credits for the Private Sector)
30C Explainer – TxE (Tax Credits for the Public Sector)
physical-site-security (Checklist to ensure safety and security at electric vehicle charging sites)

Thank you to our partners for providing your hands-on expertise to make this free workshop possible:

08.02.2025 - Sun Prairie Sustainability Fair (10am-4pm CST)
2025-08-02 10:00 - 16:00
WCC Member, the City of Sun Prairie, is excited to host its inaugural Sun Prairie Sustainability Fair in summer of 2025. The Sun Prairie Sustainability Fair is a gathering of individuals, organizations, and businesses within the Greater Dane County Area who are interested in understanding and engaging in building a more sustainable and resilient future. Community members and families of all ages will learn new ways of bringing sustainable practices into their everyday lives including renewable energy, energy efficiency, electric vehicles, zero waste practices, sustainable investment, child and youth education, land conservancy support, native plantings, local agriculture, and more.
With community-wide sustainability as a top priority for the city, Sun Prairie developed this fair to provide a space for community members of all ages to celebrate sustainability, share resources, learn from each other, interact with sustainable technologies, and understand how to make a difference in their own lives.
The Fair is FREE to attend
It will include an alternative fuel vehicle showcase, low-impact food trucks, live music, interactive exhibits, workshops, and demonstrations for children and adults that celebrate environmental sustainability and show how it can be approachable, cost effective, and fun! Your involvement in the Fair will empower you to highlight your commitment to a sustainable future and understand the importance of actions personally and within your community that embrace a brighter, sustainable future in Sun Prairie, surrounding areas, and beyond.
📆 Saturday August 2, 2025 from 10am-4pm
🎪 Wetmore Park (555 North St).
📢 FAIR FEATURES:
🚗 Alternative fuel vehicle showcase
✅ Low-impact food trucks
✅ Carbon neutral event
✅ Vendors & exhibitors
🎵 Live music
✅ Hands-on activities & demonstrations
✅ Zero-waste event
💲 Prizes
✅ Mural unveiling
The city is eager to offer sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities to local businesses, non-profits, organizations, and clubs that uphold sustainable values. Please use this guide to learn more about and register for sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities.
Information Packet for Exhibitors, Vendors, and Sponsors
Sponsorship Guide 2025
Exhibitor Registration
https://form.jotform.com/250653718331051
Sponsor Registration
https://form.jotform.com/250776441125152
Questions? Please contact us at sustainabilityfair@cityofsunprairie.com

08/15-16/2025 - Annual EV Road Trip around Wisconsin
2025-08-15 08:00 - 2025-08-16 20:00
In 2024, Wisconsin held its very first EV road tour across the state, proving its possible to drive all of Wisconsin on available charging infrastructure. Drivers enjoyed it so much that they are created a 2025 road trip!
Slated to take place August 15-16, beginning in Ashland, touring through scenic communities with EV chargers.
Learn more here…

EV Road Trip Fundraiser
2025-08-15 19:00 - 22:00
📆 Friday, August 15th at 7pm
📍 The Radisson 200 Harborview Plaza La Crosse Wisconsin

The Wisconsin Electric Vehicle Association will kick off its Second Annual EV Road Trip Fundraiser with food, fun, and entertainment. The event is free and open to all!
💵 Appetizers and cash bar
💰Silent auction and door prizes
📢 Short presentation by Geoffrey Hoffman, of Hoffman EV on conversions and EV technology
🎵 Live music by Dave Zollo and Brian Cooper

08.16.2025 - Kwik Charge Open House - 10 am - Noon CST
2025-08-16 10:00 - 12:00
Open House
Hosted by Wisconsin Clean Cities
Come check out and learn about Kwik Trip’s Kwik Charge Program and its development
Opportunity to speak with EV owners and experts
Meet with program partners, local officials, and alternative fuel advocates.
Where:
Kwik Trip #1130
9255 Ridgeview Road
Mount Horeb, WI 53572
When:
Saturday August 16th, 2025
10:00 am – Noon

08/25-08/27/2025 Sustainable Fleet Technology Expo
2025-08-25 08:00 - 2025-08-27 17:00
The Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo brings together leading fleets and technology providers to share industry ideas, trends, strategies and technologies. In each session, expert speakers will showcase the latest and greatest transportation technologies, fuels and trends with a strong focus on data driven decisions and tools. Exhibitors and speakers will share innovative resources for improving
efficiency and sustainability of fleet operations. The full three-day event includes keynote presentations, 70+ panelists, 12 breakout sessions, and expo hall with space for indoor vehicle and equipment displays, and the opportunity to network with more than 300 attendees.
When: August 25-27, 2025
Where: Benton Convention Center 301 W 5 th St. Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Who: Attendees include public and private fleet managers, purchasing officials, state and local government leaders, Clean Cities and Communities coalitions, non-profits, original equipment manufacturers and other transportation organizations.
Download Sponsorship Prospectus

09.05.25 - Drive Clean Rural Webinar - 10am CT
2025-09-05 10:00 - 11:00
Drive Clean Rural Webinar:
Clean Transportation Strategies and Successes
September 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Wisconsin Clean Cities (WCC) invites you to join our Drive Clean Rural Webinar. As part of the Drive Clean Rural USA Project, WCC partnered to engage, educate, and conduct research on clean fuels and alternative transportation technologies to assist rural fleets. Led by the Transportation Energy Partners (TEP) and Clean Cities and Communities Coalitions, this project raised awareness, bridged knowledge gaps, and addressed barriers regarding alternative fuels and advanced mobility transportation.
Join us to hear from speakers who play an important role in advancing clean transportation solutions in Wisconsin. Rural communities face unique challenges and this webinar will highlight impactful strategies and successes while providing resources available through the Drive Clean Rural USA Program. Make the choice to be part of the solution. Register Today!
For more information, see the Drive Clean Rural playbook
Event Details:
When: Friday, September 5, 2025 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Where: Virtual via Teams
Presenters:

Fred Schnook, Executive Director, Wisconsin Clean Cities
Steven Montoya, Executive Director, Transportation Energy Partners
Gregory Brennan, Virginia Clean Cities
Dillon Constant, La Crosse County Planner
Frank Dean, Altec

WCC is involved in the Charging Infrastructure Connection Simplification Resource (CIISR) and it is a project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. The purpose of CIISR is to develop best practices regarding the service connection procedures utilities use when providing (or upgrading) service for their customers’ EV charging equipment, as well as develop support resources for small fleet and MFH customers. CIISR is designed to include small, medium-or heavy-duty fleet businesses as well as multi-family housing (MFH) propriety managers or operators, located in HUB Zones or disadvantaged communities. The Piedmont and Coastal Clean Communities serves as one of the teaming partners that advises Louisiana Clean Fuels about ways to improve grid service connection speed, transparency, and simplicity for electric vehicle charging applications. Please our CIISR page and the EPRI reports below for more information
CIISR
Report 1: Simplifying Utility Service Connections for Small Fleet and Multi-Family Housing Electric Vehicle Charging
Report 2: A Grid Connection Roadmap for Utilities to Support Small Electric Vehicle (EV) Customers

09.19.25 - WPS & WE Energy Career Fair
2025-09-19 09:00 - 14:00 | University of Wisconsin Green Bay, 2019 Technology Way, Green Bay, WI, 54311, United States
Energy Career Fair

Friday, September 19, 2025 | STEM Innovation Center | University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

We invite you and your students to join us and our partners this fall for an exploration of energy careers. The energy industry is experiencing rapid growth, and there is a rising demand for people with expertise in energy-related fields.
Sponsored by WPS, the Energy Career Fair will allow attendees to explore careers from electric power distribution to energy efficiency through a series of exciting hands-on demonstrations and stations. At our seven unique stations, students and educators will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with promising career paths and how they can shape the future. The stations will be offered concurrently for 25 minutes each to keep students engaged and interested throughout the day.
Who: High school and middle school students
Where: STEM Innovation Center (UWGB) | 2019 Technology Way | Green Bay, WI 54311
Cost: FREE (water stations and lunch provided)
When: Friday, September 19 at 9:00 a.m.
Register Here

8:45 – 8:55 a.m.: Bus drop off
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.: Welcome remarks, WPS and UWGB (auditorium)
9:15 – 9:30 a.m.: Transition to first station
9:30 – 9:55 a.m.: Rotation 1

Mobile Learning Lab hosted by the Wisconsin Energy Workforce Consortium & WPS

10:00 – 10:25 a.m.: Rotation 2

KEEP Solar Installer Challenge hosted by Wisconsin’s K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP)

10:30 – 10:55 a.m.: Rotation 3

Weatherization Station hosted by Slipstream

11:00 – 11:25 a.m.: Rotation 4

Electric Vehicle Demonstrations hosted by Wisconsin Clean Cities

11:35 a.m. – 12:10 p.m.: Free lunch sponsored by Focus on Energy (cafeteria)
12:20 – 12:45 p.m.: Rotation 5

Energy Auditing Activity hosted by Focus on Energy

12:50 – 1:15 p.m.: Rotation 6

Thermal Imaging Drone Workshop hosted by Chippewa Falls Senior High School Green Team

1:20 – 1:45 p.m.: Rotation 7
2:00 – 2:05 p.m.: Closing remarks (auditorium)
2:10 p.m.: Buses load

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Recap of Event
🚗⚡️ We discovered the future of clean transportation & careers! ⚡️🚗
On September 19th 2025, at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay, an Energy Career Fair, sponsored by WPS, was attended by over one hundred and thirty students who experienced a live Electric Vehicle Demonstration, and got exclusive insights from:

Dorsch Ford/Kia Representatives – who explained what employers are looking for now — from technical skills to customer service & dealership operations.
Forward Service Corporation – who shared training pathways, support programs like WIOA, and how people can build toward a high-growth, lasting career in the energy & transportation sector.
Wisconsin Clean Cities – who showed how clean transportation is transforming communities, reducing pollution, and creating real jobs in EVs, charging infrastructure, and more.

Why it mattered:

🚘 Hands-on EV setup & live demos gave everyone real exposure
📚 Presenters explained what education, certifications, or apprenticeships are valued by employers
🔧 Attendees learned about support programs and resources to help them get started (training, stipends, transportation, etc.)
🤝 It was a chance to network with industry leaders, local workforce boards, and potential future colleagues

We loved seeing so many students engaged, asking great questions, and exploring new opportunities in this growing field. Thank you for your energy and enthusiasm!
A big thanks to everyone who made last Friday’s Electric Vehicle Demonstration at the UWGB Energy Career Fair a success, Especially WPS for sponsoring the event! 🚗⚡️
Special shout-outs to Dorsch Ford/Kia, and Forward Service Corporation for sharing incredible insights about the future of clean transportation, employer needs, and career pathways.

Pictured are
(starting from left) IIlia Bordiugov, WIOA Career Service Specialist with the Forward Service Corporation.
Fred Schnook with Wisconsin Clean Cities,
Khou Vang, WIOA Career Service Specialist with the Forward Service Corporation,
Ron Eakin Jr., Sales Consultant with Dorsch Ford/KIA
A.J. Downs, Sales Consultant with Dorsch Ford/KIA
Hunter Lemerond, Marking Specialist and Human Resources Coordinator with Dorsch Ford/KIA

10.14.2025 - Wisconsin Energy Efficiency Expo
2025-10-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Brookfield Conference Center, 325 S Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005, United States
Join us in harnessing the power of energy efficiency at the 12th Annual Wisconsin Energy Efficiency Expo (WEEE). This event, scheduled for TUESDAY, October 14, 2025, is geared towards industry leaders in energy efficiency. Held in tandem by Wisconsin Electric and the Wisconsin chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers.
Expo Details:

When: October 14, 2025
Where: Brookfield Conference Center, Brookfield, Wisconsin325 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005
300+ attendees, 20+ industry leader speakers & 40+ exhibitors

Visit the website for more information about sponsorship levels and benefits. Or to propose a presentation.

October 27-28 2025: Transportation & Innovation Expo
2025-10-27 - 2025-10-28 | Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
The 2025 Transportation & Innovation Expo is back!
We can’t wait to see you at the Monona Terrace on October 28, 2025.
The T&I is Wisconsin’s premier sustainable transportation exposition, gathering industry leaders from around the Midwest; Seeking to provide attendees with the opportunity to discover the latest in advanced transportation technologies. We offer groundbreaking & fun sessions covering the latest innovations in vehicle technology, with hands-on demonstrations, and expert advise in how to build their transportation related business in this ever changing market. Hundreds of enthusiasts attend the T&I Expo each year, this event quickly went from a regional event to a nationwide event.

The T&I Expo features:

Breakout sessions led by industry experts discussing the latest in sustainable transportation from new technologies to funding availability and opportunities relevant to their industry
all-day access to the expo hall with indoor vehicle displays and exhibit booths.
Opportunities to network with top industry leaders (including icebreakers and scavenger hunts)
Ride & Drive opportunities, outdoor vehicle demonstrations, and races.
Continental breakfast, coffee bar, lunch and snacks for registrants
Raffle & Silent Auction, and much more!

We are still in the planning stage, and will publish details as they emerge. In the meanwhile, here are a few new ideas we have brewing:

We are seeking to incorporate more Hydrogen technology, recreational vehicle and drone technology.
Silent auctions and social networking scavenger hunts!

🚗 When: 🚗 We shall have set up for all exhibitors, sponsors and vehicle displays on Monday, October 27th, 2025 from 12:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m CST. Following with a Welcome reception with networking and Hors d’oeuvres from 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.
The T&I expo will be open to the public on October 28, 2025, from 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

🏠 Where: 🏠 Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center One John Nolen Drive Madison, WI 53703

💲 Cost: 💲 The Monona Terrace is a unique convention center designed by the famous Frank Lloyd Wright. It features two floors:

The ground floor exposition hall where vehicles and booths will be on display – Free to the general public
The upstairs Mezzanine will be accessible to full pass holding professionals. Passes allow for access to the networking reception held on October 27th and all day access to the continental breakfast, coffee bar, lunch and snacks between break out and networking sessions on October 28th. Full passes shall be $150.00, WCC members receive a $50.00 discount. A registration link to purchase your passes or sponsorship package shall be coming soon.

🌟 Who: 🌟 Participants are emerging to help us plan the expo. If you wish to become a sponsor, exhibitor or presenter, now is the time to reach out! Agendas, sponsorships, vehicle displays and presentation details shall be published as details emerge.
Planners:

Participants:

Diamond Sponsors:

Gold Sponsors:

Exhibitors:

…In the meantime, review a RECAP of the last expo below!

For the last Transportation & Innovation Expo, there was an impressive array of speakers and moderators.
→Preview the highlighted speakers and their bios here!←
→Read through a recap article that highlights the entire day during the last T&I expo.←
→View the day-of agenda Here!←
→View an overview of breakout sessions from the last T&I expo Here!←

→View the last T&I expo vehicles and equipment list HERE!←

Excited for the next Transportation & Innovation Expo? We are too!
Share your ideas and thoughts for the upcoming exposition with us!
Contact the Wisconsin Clean Cities Office Manager | drogan@wicleancities.org | (414)-221-4116

11.04.25 - 11.05.2025 SBC CONFERENCE
2025-11-04 08:00 - 2025-11-05 21:00
2025 SBC CONFERENCE

November 4-5, 2025
La Crosse Center 300 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WI 54601

CONFERENCE SUMMARY

The 18th Annual Sustainable Business Council (SBC) Conference is your opportunity to explore the latest trends, best practices, and innovative solutions in sustainability. As the premier B2B sustainability event in the Upper Midwest, this two-day experience is designed to equip business leaders, sustainability practitioners, and changemakers with the knowledge, tools, and connections needed to accelerate impact within their organizations and communities.
​WHY ATTEND?

Gain insight into emerging sustainability trends and proven business strategies

Network with like-minded professionals and industry leaders

Discover actionable solutions to drive meaningful progress in your organization

The annual conference is where connection, inspiration, and action converge—fueling progress toward a more sustainable future.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Tuesday, November 4 – Pre-Conference Events

1:00 – 4:30 PM | Upper Midwest Energy Forum | Dive into the evolving energy landscape with expert insights on grid challenges, emerging technologies, and business-focused solutions. Interactive breakout sessions will help attendees translate knowledge into action.

5:00 – 9:00 PM | Sustainable Business Awards Dinner & CelebrationCelebrate sustainability leadership across the region. Enjoy a locally inspired dinner, network with fellow professionals, and hear powerful stories of impact from businesses driving change.

Wednesday, November 5 – Full-Day Conference | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PMEngage in a full day of dynamic keynotes, hands-on breakout sessions, thought-provoking panels, and exhibitor networking. Explore real-world case studies and practical tools to help you advance your sustainability goals—whether you’re just starting out or deep into your journey.

For more information

11.07.25 - Sustain Dane Summit - 8am to 3pm
2025-11-07 08:00 - 15:00 | Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join our member, Sustain Dane, on Friday, November 7th for the 17th annual Sustain Dane Summit, a conference for sustainability leaders to learn, connect, share, reflect, and build new skills. This year the Summit will be held at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Connect with fellow leaders in our vibrant local movement for the sustainability event of the year!
2025 Key Note Speaker:

Arielle King is an environmental attorney, educator, and strategist who works to make environmentalism irresistible. She is the host of The Joy Report podcast, which explores the people, stories, and solutions making an impact. With a background in environmental law and a deep commitment to education, Arielle brings a powerful blend of joy, truth, and grounded history to her work.
At the Summit, Arielle will draw from conversations with changemakers across the country—from ocean conservationists to brands prioritizing circular economies. She will facilitate conversation on emerging climate trends, the challenges today, and how we can each find our climate-forward niche. Her keynote will energize us to lead with resilience and purpose in building a more equitable, sustainable future.

Live Forward Awards
The Sustain Dane Live Forward Awards acknowledge change-makers and inclusive leaders who are locally promoting thriving sustainability, community healing, and resiliency. The nominee’s work impacts one or more areas of holistic sustainability: a healthy environment, equity & social well-being, and a just economy. Use this link to nominate a changemaker. Applications close Sunday, August 17.

Interested in additional visibility at the Summit? Learn more in the sponsorship packet here. Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $10,000. Through sponsorship of the 2025 Summit, you can:

Elevate your organization’s commitment to sustainability in Dane County
Participate in meaningful learning, networking, and professional development
Gain business development as a leader in corporate social responsibility
Be visible through extensive marketing, press releases, and online promotions

Email Spencer Bierman at spencer@sustaindane.org to discuss your desired sponsorship level. For maximum recognition opportunity, secure sponsorship by September 30, 2025.

Scholarships
Scholarships are available—email hello@sustaindane.org for info.
Registration Deadlines
Register by October 30 to ensure we can accommodate dietary requests and to receive a printed name tag.
Getting There
Check out RoundTrip for alternative transit methods. Parking for the Monona Terrace.

11.10.25 - WPS & WE Energy Career Fair @ Racine High School - 9am to 2pm
2025-11-10 09:00 - 14:00 | Racine High School
What: WPS & WE Energy Career Fair
Where: Racine High School
When: November 10th, 2025, 9 am to 2 pm
The clean energy industry is experiencing rapid growth, with a forecasted annual growth rate of 17.2% between now and 2030. With this increase, we’ll need a lot of new, enthusiastic workers. Meaning it’s essential to pique the younger generation’s interest now in clean energy-related fields.
WPS has recently begun partnering with like-minded agencies, like Wisconsin’s K-12 Energy Education Program (KEEP), Xcel Energy, Wisconsin Public Service, and the Wisconsin Energy Workforce Consortium, to hold free career fairs for high school students that give them a hands-on experience with sustainable technology.
Inventive and interactive experiences like this are a key step towards the goal of inspiring the next generation—and there’s always room for more if this sounds like something you’d like to see in your school district. Contact us to get the ball rolling!
Check out this video from a previous event!
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2.5.26 RENEW Wisconsin’s Renewable Energy Summit
2026-02-05 08:00 - 17:00 | Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
MONONA TERRACE AND CONVENTION CENTER, MADISON, WI

Clean energy industry leaders, policymakers, and students gather and advocate to advance Wisconsin’s clean energy transition and create a more resilient future.
The theme, “Resilience by Design: Building Strength and Stability,” reminds us that the strength of our industry comes from our community. Through our collective efforts, we can support sound policy, creative solutions, and foster genuine collaboration that continues to support clean energy across communities and sectors.
Together, the expo seeks to explore

How advancements in renewables are making energy more reliable
Policy tools that can provide long-term stability for the industry
Lessons from collaborations that have moved communities forward
Strategies to ensure clean energy solutions reach every corner of Wisconsin

The RENEW Energy Summit is the place where industry, policymakers, and communities come together to shape strategies, develop new partnerships, and set the direction for the years ahead. For organizations invested in Wisconsin’s clean energy future, this event is essential to staying informed, connected, and prepared for what comes next.
The Summit is where we bring our best thinking forward as we chart a course for Wisconsin’s clean energy future. We hope you will join us!

Sponsorship information
Interested in contributing to the 2026 RENEW Wisconsin Summit as a speaker? Use the form below to nominate yourself or a colleague to speak at the 2026 Summit. Speakers will be considered on the basis of areas and level of expertise, with a focus on providing a diversity of perspectives

NOMINATE A SPEAKER

2.10.26-2.11.26 - Energy Independence Summit - Washington DC
2026-02-10 - 2026-02-11
2026 Energy Independence Summit
February 10th and 11th, 2026
Washington, DC
Fuel progress, connect leaders, and drive the clean transportation future.
Join our coalition at this annual Summit as we bring together leaders of the nation’s Clean Cities Coalitions, the clean transportation industry, federal policymakers and more to accelerate strategies for advancing markets for clean fuels and vehicles.
Each year, EIS convenes over 200 leaders from across the country—including Clean Cities & Communities coalition directors, industry innovators, public agency decision-makers, and federal policymakers—to advance clean fuels, drive public-private collaboration, and shape the future of sustainable mobility.
Main website
WCC is proud to announce that our Director, Fred Schnook, will be one of the speakers in the 2:35-3:20 presentations on “Honing the Message: Turning Fuel Stories into Congressional Asks”. See the full Agenda
TEP EIS 2025 Room Block at Motto by Hilton book before 1/19/2026! Make your reservations here
Transportation Energy Partners also invites you to sponsor the Energy Independence Summit 2026 (EIS26)—the nation’s premier clean transportation policy summit.

2.23.26 🚍 Bus Performance in Cold Weather Webinar ❄️ 1pm - 2:15pm
2026-02-23 13:00 - 14:15
On behalf of Jean-François Hould, Québec’s Chief Representative to the Midwest, the Québec Government Office in Chicago and CALSTART are pleased to invite you to an upcoming webinar:

Bus Performance in Cold Climates: Cross-Border Insights from Canada and the U.S.
Cold climates pose unique challenges for bus performance, particularly across diverse operating environments. This discussion will place a special emphasis on electric buses, drawing on operational data, real-world experience, and best practices from both Canada and the United States.
This webinar will be of particular interest to transit agencies and school districts seeking practical insights on the performance, reliability, and operational considerations of electric bus fleets in winter conditions.
Confirmed speakers include:

Donald Bonds, Chief Transit Officer
Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)
Romain Gayet, Director, Zero Emission Vehicles Sector
Propulsion Québec
Emma Frantz, Lead Project Manager – Transit

CALSTART

Michaël Daguilh, Senior Project Manager – EV Business Development
Micro Bird
Lonnie Russell, Business Development Manager
Polara

Date: February 23
Time: 1:00–2:15 PM (CST)

2.25.2026 - Update from Washington TEP Conference - 9am -10 amCST
2026-02-25 09:00 - 10:00
Fred Schnook, Wisconsin Clean Cities Executive Director
Brad Schmoll, WCC Board Chair and Business Development Manager at CMD Corporation
Graham Barker, WCC Member and Director of International Sales & Business Development at ANGI Energy Systems
Kelly Skiba, WCC Member and Regional Sales Manager at U.S. Energy
Matthew Austin, Director of Business Development at Viatec
Have just returned from a meeting with U.S. Congressional Members at the 2026 Energy Independence Summit (EIS26), which took place February 10th and 11th, 2026 in Washington, DC.
This in-person summit connects Clean Cities & Communities coalition staff with US alternative fuel business leaders from across the country to engage directly with federal and congressional policymakers shaping transportation and energy policy.

Fred and Brad will be providing a debriefing of this important meeting exclusively to WCC members. Insights gained on 2026-2027 federal funding will be shared, along with a question-and-answer session to follow. Emails went out last week to the member representatives in our database with an exclusive link to this virtual meeting. If you require a new email, please let us know immediately! info@wicleancities.org

Feb. 25, 2026 - SBC Webinar: Behavior Change at Work
2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00

3.04.26 🚢 EV Boating 101 🛟 11:30 am - 2:45 pm
2026-03-04 11:30 - 12:45
🚢 EV Boating 101 Webinar
📅 March 4th, 2026 11:30 am – 12:45 pm
🗺️ Virtual – REGISTER HERE
Wisconsin is a unique state bordered by two great lakes and the largest river in North America, with 15,074 smaller landlocked lakes within. We hold 21% of the world’s surface freshwater, which supports an $8.4 billion economy based on shipping, boating, agriculture, fishing, and tourism, supporting over 34,000 jobs in Wisconsin. Despite this, Wisconsin does not have any laws regulating boating emissions. Instead, Wisconsin relies on EPA rules for engine manufacturing to keep our water safe. Those rules mandate CO detectors for boats with enclosed cabins & waste discharge, but there is nothing regarding emissions. If we want to keep Wisconsin lakes clean, it’s up to us, the people, to raise awareness about cleaner alternative fuel options and promote practices that help protect our marine life. WCC is committed to learning how to better protect our lakes with cleaner transportation options. We have reached out to expert Jukka Kukkonen, to introduce us to the topic of how to better protect our lakes through EV boating.

Jukka holds a degree in applied science and began his career as an automotive engineer by training, working his way into technical training and area management for Ford in Europe. He also teaches EV Markets and Technology at the University of St. Thomas in Minnesota. In 2010 Jukka founded Shift2Electric to focus on transportation electrification. With his deep knowledge of the electric vehicle market, he has built programs for utility companies, condominium and apartment building charging, workplace charging, DC fast charging, outreach and education and smart grid integration

WCC plans to do a deep dive into the ways we can help protect Wisconsin’s waterways. We welcome partnerships and ideas on how we can accomplish this mission together. Feel free to reach out to info@wicleancities.org with your suggestions.

3.6.26 - Women in Sustainability Leadership Retreat - 10am-3:30pm
2026-03-06 10:00 - 15:30

March 26, 2026 - WCC Board Strategic Planning Session
2026-03-26 09:00 - 13:00
Yearly strategic planning session for the WCC Board of Directors.

March 26, 2026 - A Case Study of the Baird Center Webinar
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00
SBC is hosting a webinar on the building electrification of the Baird Center. Free for members of SBC, and $25.00 for non-members.

4.25.26 10am-2pm Earth Day Every Day Fair & EV Show
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:30
Earth Day Every Day Fair & EV Show
📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
⏰10 am – 2:30 pm
🌎Middleton Community Church 645 Schewe Rd, Middleton, WI
A free family-friendly event including:

free popcorn
free drawings
live music
activities for the kids – Children can build, decorate, and take home their own solar-powered racer. Free face painting & pony rides
Exhibits from environmental organizations and eco-friendly businesses – Look at interesting displays, ask questions, and try out their hands-on activities.
owner-shown electric cars & electric school bus tour
Middle Library Bookmobile will be making free books available to the kids.
Animals from the Henry Vilas Zoo

Programs and Workshop Schedule
10:00 Fair & Exhibits & Car Show Opens
10:30-10:55 Zoo Animal Show #1
11:00-11:25 EV Myths & FAQ
11:30-11:55 Zoo Animal Show #2
12:00-12:35 Make Solar Toy Cars #1 (sign-up at entry table)
12:45-1:20 Make Solar Toy Cars #2 (sign-up at entry table)
1:30-1:55 Induction Cooking Demo – Chocolate Fondue
2:00-2:15 How to Care for a Horse (on lawn)
2:20 Grand Prize Winner Announced
2:30 Fair Ends
👟 Bring your old gently-used athletic shoes, adult sizes 6-11, to be sent to Ghana, Africa, for re-use, and to fund reforestation.

4.26.26 Noon - 2pm Kwik Trip Open House
2026-04-26 12:00 - 14:00
Kwik Trip Open House
📅 Sunday, April 26, 2026
⏰ Noon to 2:00 p.m
🌎 Kwik Trip 2001Golf Rd, Pewaukee, WI 53072

Join WCC Staff in celebration of Kwik Trip’s new Fast Charger at their Pewaukee Location.

Meet with local officials
Speak with EV owners about their experiences
View & try the new infrastructure
Learn about the different alternative fuels Kwik Trip offers to power your vehicles!

Kwik Trip has been essential in bringing alternative-fuel vehicle support infrastructure to Wisconsin. Offering well-lit, 24/7 access, CCS and NACS connectors. Kwik Trip is the leading provider of public DC fast chargers in Wisconsin, with active sites in West Salem, Ashland, Menomonie, La Crosse, Mount Horeb, and Chippewa Falls, with many more to come.

11.6.2026 - Madison Area Technical College
2026-05-14 08:00 - 17:00
Career Fair at Madison Area Technical College
📅 November 1, 2026
⏰ All day
🌎 Madison Area Technical College 1701 Wright St, Madison, WI 53704
Join WCC, in partnership with WPPI Energy and Slipstream, at the UW-Green Bay Stem Center to attract potential employees to the alternative fuels and cleaner technology fields!
Detailed agenda to be announced.

5.20.2026 3pm-6pm Networking Event at Hoffman Mfg
2026-05-20 15:00 - 18:00
Hoffman Manufacturing Tour, Lunch & Networking Event
📅 May 20, 2026
⏰ 3 p.m – 6 p.m.
🌎 Hoffman Manufacturing Corporation 5002 Blazing Star Dr, Madison, WI 53718

Join WCC for a tour, lunch, and networking event hosted by Hoffman Manufacturing Corporation!

See in person how the incredible handicraft of Hoffman’s custom fixtures and cabinetry is designed. View their manufacturing processes and the emission savings technologies they have adopted, exchange ideas, build partnerships, meet their team of innovators and artisans, followed by a casual lunch with networking and presentations.

You do not need to be a WCC member to attend. Hoffman is responsible for designing many famous store fixtures, art installations, displays, pergolas, kiosks, and furnishings – far more than you can imagine (from Chipotle, and Scheels, to Trek, and Microsoft).

Hoffman’s innovative dreams also reach into Electric Vehicle Technology! He is well known across Wisconsin for converting iconic cars. Through artful engineering, his team of visionaries recycles gas vehicles into high-performing, electric cars. Via the invention of the Hoffman EV Chassis: a body-on-frame platform ready to accept the complete drivetrain from a Tesla Model 3!

Register NOW by emailing us!
