Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation hosts electric vehicle summit

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation recently held its inaugural Electric Vehicle Summit at its office in Ulster County, New York.

The summit presented an overview of the environmental and economic benefits of electric vehicles, options in electric transportation and incentives offered for electric vehicle ownership. The approximately 80 attendees also had the opportunity to test drive electric cars and to network with state representatives and professionals in the electric transportation industry.

“Electric vehicles offer cleaner and lower-cost transportation,” Charles A. Freni, president and CEO of Central Hudson, said. “With more options than ever, electric cars and trucks today can fill the needs of many fleets and drivers. We’re proud to advance clean transportation technologies that benefit our customers and the environment.”

Presenters at the summit included the New York Power Authority (NYPA), the New York Energy Research and Development Authority, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC), Ulster County, Sustainable Hudson Valley, charging and vehicle manufacturers, local vehicle dealers, and fleet evaluation services.

“Central Hudson’s Electric Vehicle Summit was a welcome opportunity to show how EVs are affordable, accessible and fun to drive,” Gil C. Quiniones, NYPA’s president and CEO, said. “Electrifying the transportation sector is key to achieving New York’s clean energy goals, and that’s why NYPA has committed $250 million to a new EVolve NY initiative that will expand fast charging infrastructure along key travel corridors and help make EV driving the norm.”