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The KJ Show: Episode 74: Fleeting Opportunities for EVs

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President, JOHNSON CONSULTING GROUP

Dr. Katherine Johnson is President of Johnson Consulting Group. For 30 years, Dr. Johnson has worked closely with investor-owned, rural electric cooperatives, and municipal energy utilities...

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Every week, I host 'The KJ Show,' which offers a mix of breaking news and practical advice on how the energy industry affects the consumer. During this fast-paced show, I combine weekly energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community.

After each show, I'll share it here with the Energy Central Community in case you were unable to join me live.

The KJ Show #74 - Fleeting Opportunities for EVs

Fleet electrification is a critical element of the transition from ICE to EV vehicles. 15 million EVs are expected to be part of corporate fleets in the US by 2040. Fleets from ICE vehicles are responsible for close to 25% of total GHG emissions. More than 63 million fleet vehicles in Europe account for over 20% of all vehicles.

But EV fleet electrification also brings challenges, including the upfront costs of EVs. A recent Consumer Reports study found that comparing vehicles of similar size and segment, an electric vehicle can cost between 10%-40% more than its gasoline-only cars.

On today's show, Dr. Katherine Johnson, host of The KJ show, will discuss these challenges and opportunities associated with developing EV fleets. She will also discuss how EVs production targets are declining as customer demand wanes. So, do EVs offer a promising "green" solution or just a "fleeting" glimpse of "what could have been?"

More about the show and how you can participate:

The KJ Show on BoldBraveTV.com is every Wednesday at 11 a.m. Eastern. This fast-paced show combines energy updates with conversations with leaders in the energy efficiency community. Each show will also include a live call-in segment the audience can ask their questions and share their opinions about some of the hottest topics in energy today. Katherine shares insights on the changes in the industry drawing on her experience as a consultant in the energy efficiency industry for the past 30 years. Join the conversation live at 11 a.m. Wednesdays by calling 866-451-1451 to talk about the changes and innovations in the energy efficiency industry.

If you are interested in being one of Katherine's guests - contact me at kjohnson@johnsonconsults.com.

Past shows are broadcast on a variety of Internet platforms including YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, Google, , IHEART Radio, BoldBraveTalk.com and multiple international platforms.

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Matt Chester on Jan 26, 2024

Fleet EVs should definitely get the bulk of our attention in terms of the impact to the grid and also the opportunity they can bring via managed charging practices. 

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