BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Drive Clean Colorado - ECPv6.17.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Drive Clean Colorado X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Drive Clean Colorado REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260604T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260604T153000 DTSTAMP:20260519T171301Z CREATED:20260519T171301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T171301Z UID:18840-1780560000-1780587000@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:6th Annual Winn-Marion Car Show DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado is excited to join our partners at Winn-Marion for their 6th Annual Car Show on Thursday\, June 4\, 2026! \nThis free community event brings together auto enthusiasts of all kinds for a full day of training\, food\, vendor booths\, games\, and plenty of incredible vehicles. Whether you’re into classic cars\, trucks\, motorcycles\, EVs\, unique builds\, or custom conversions\, anything on wheels is welcome — and there is no cost to enter a vehicle. \nThe day kicks off with registration\, breakfast\, and specialized training sessions in the morning\, followed by lunch\, vendor showcases\, Howdy Homemade Ice Cream sponsored by ChargePoint\, and the afternoon car show. Friends\, family\, and community members are encouraged to come out\, enjoy the fun\, and connect with partners across the transportation and automotive space. \nDCC is proud to support Winn-Marion as a strong partner in advancing clean transportation\, and we look forward to being part of this exciting event. Auto enthusiasts of all sorts are invited to RSVP\, register a vehicle\, and join the fun! \nEvent Highlights: \n\nFree to attend\nCars\, trucks\, motorcycles\, EVs\, classics\, conversions\, and unique vehicles welcome\nVendor booths\, games\, snacks\, beverages\, ice cream\, and lunch\nMorning training sessions available\nCar Show Awards at 3:15 PM\n\nRSVP\, select training sessions\, or register a vehicle today! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/6th-annual-winn-marion-car-show/ LOCATION:Winn-Marion Companies\, 7151 S Blackhawk St.\, Ste 900\, Centennial\, CO\, 80112\, United States CATEGORIES:Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/WM_CarShow2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260612T150000 DTSTAMP:20260527T010600Z CREATED:20260408T175152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T010600Z UID:18722-1781258400-1781276400@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:EV Workforce Symposium DESCRIPTION:EV Workforce Symposium\n \n \n \n \n \n Vehicle Technicians | Charger Installation and Maintenance | First Responders \nDrive Clean Colorado is convening the EV Workforce Symposium on June 12\, 2026 at CDOT HQ in Denver. \nColorado leads in EV adoption – a distinction carrying heavy responsibility. Symposium attendees – state agency leaders\, workforce educators\, industry partners\, and student – gathered to make sure the workforce is ready with appropriate\, accessible\,  and leading-edge training programs. \nSponsored by Xcel Energy in partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. \nThe event is free but space is limited and you must be registered to attend. Register here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n EV WORKFORCE SYMPOSIUM AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Welcome & Opening Remarks \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Setting the stage for a day of action. \nColorado leads in EV adoption – a distinction carrying heavy responsibility. Symposium attendees – state agency leaders\, workforce educators\, industry partners\, and student – gathered to make sure the workforce is ready with appropriate\, accessible\, and leading-edge training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panel: The Workforce Behind the WheelModerated by Bonnie Trowbridge \nPanelists: \nMegan Christiansen — Colorado Energy Office Michael King — Colorado Dept. of TransportationMatt Goble — Colorado Dept. of Public Health & Environment \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Three state agencies\, one shared mission. After a brief overview of the Colorado Climate Workforce Analysis & Plan each panelist will speak to what their agency is investing in\, what funding and programs are available now\, and what they need from the workforce community to make it work. \nThis is a rare opportunity to hear from the people driving state EV policy all in one room. Funding announcements will be made. Come with questions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakout Round 1: Current State of AffairsParticipants self-select into one of three tracks \nTracks: \nVehicle Technicians: EV diagnostics\, repair & maintenance workforce needs (led by A.J. Samora) \nInfrastructure/Chargers: Installation\, inspection & maintenance of EV supply equipment (led by Jake Bergen) \nFirst Responders: Emergency response protocols\, battery safety & incident management (led by Steve Trowbridge) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join a breakout group for a working conversation among your peers doing the work. \nVehicle Tech: Who is training EV technicians in Colorado today? What certifications exist\, and where are the real capacity gaps? \nCharging & Electrical: What does EVSE installation and maintenance actually require? How are contractors\, utilities\, and apprenticeship programs adapting? \nFirst Responders: How prepared are Colorado departments right now? What does solid EV safety training look like\, and who is delivering it? \nCome ready to share what you are seeing on the ground. \n45 minutes | Tracks reconvene at 11:45 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Networking LunchStudents welcome and encouraged to attend \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A great opportunity for cross-sector connections between industry\, educators\, agency partners\, and the next generation of EV workforce professionals. \n75 minutes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakout Round 2: Needs and Next StepsTracks reconvene in same groups \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n What does this sector need to close the gap? \nFunding\, curriculum\, partnerships\, credentialing? \n45 minutes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Breakout Round 3: Priorities and Action PlanningTracks continue — building toward report-out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Identify 2-3 concrete and actionable priorities your group will bring back to the full room. \nWho needs to be at the table? What is the timeline? What does DCC need to do to support you? \nAssign a spokesperson for report-out. \n45 minutes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Full Group Report-OutAll tracks\, all together \nFacilitated by Bonnie Trowbridge.Closing remarks and next steps from DCC. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Each track shares top priorities and action items. \nDCC will capture commitments and follow up in writing. \nThe goal: everyone leaves knowing what happens next and who is responsible for making it happen. \n30 minutes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you for being part of building the workforce Colorado’s EV future demands. URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/ev-workforce-symposium/ LOCATION:Colorado Department of Transportation Headquarters\, 2829 W Howard Pl\, Denver\, Colorado\, 80204 CATEGORIES:Drive Clean Connection,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/Workforce-Symposium.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260625T103000 DTSTAMP:20260622T045957Z CREATED:20251216T053530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T045957Z UID:17697-1782379800-1782383400@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:June Coalition Conversation DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado’s June Coalition Conversation takes place on Thursday\, June 25\, from 9:30–10:30 AM. \nThis month’s conversation will focus on debriefing the 2026 EV Workforce Symposium and discussing what comes next. Together\, we’ll review key themes\, insights\, and opportunities that emerged from the event\, explore areas where momentum is building\, and identify priorities for future collaboration across Colorado’s clean transportation ecosystem. \nWhether you attended the symposium or are interested in workforce development\, this is an opportunity to hear what was learned\, share your perspective\, and help shape the next steps. Join colleagues from across the state for a collaborative discussion about how we can continue building the workforce needed to support Colorado’s transportation future. \nRegister now! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/june-coalition-conversation/ LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom CATEGORIES:Coalition Conversation,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/6-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260730T103000 DTSTAMP:20260716T161623Z CREATED:20251220T211159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260716T161623Z UID:17705-1785403800-1785407400@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:July Coalition Conversation DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado’s July Coalition Conversation keeps the conversation going on Thursday\, July 30\, from 9:30–10:30 AM. \nIn the heart of summer\, there’s plenty happening across Colorado’s clean transportation landscape. These monthly conversations are a chance to stay plugged in\, hear what others are working on\, and meet new members joining the DCC network. \nThis month were looking forward to our featured member speakers: \n\nZach Owens– Transportation Electrification Manager at The Brendle Group\nAdrienne Blum Karpen– Director of Engineering at Charge Bug\nBobbi Solis– Operations Director at Colorado Car Share\n\nEach member spotlight gives attendees the opportunity to hear directly from DCC members about their work and involvement in advancing clean transportation across Colorado. \nThe conversation will also feature updates from the DCC team\, including: \n\nDetails about upcoming Charging Meet-up events\nExciting announcements about the 2026 Drive Clean Summit + Expo\n\nWhether you’re a long time member\, or joining us for the first time\, this is a welcoming space to learn\, connect\, and stay informed. We hope you’ll join us on July 30th! \nRegister now! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/july-coalition-conversation/ LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom CATEGORIES:Coalition Conversation,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260808T120000 DTSTAMP:20260805T165256Z CREATED:20260804T210506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T165256Z UID:19549-1786177800-1786190400@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:Erie Touch-A-Truck DESCRIPTION:Join Drive Clean Colorado at the 2026 Erie Touch-A-Truck event! Honk the horn\, turn the wheel\, and touch the buttons at Touch-A-Truck. This free\, family friendly event will give attendees the chance to check out vehicles of all shapes and sizes\, from construction trucks to emergency response vehicles. Be sure to look up for a special airplane flyover at 10:30 a.m. \n\nDate: Saturday\, August 8th\nTime: \n\nLow Sensory Hour (limited lights and sounds): 8:30-9:30 a.m.\nEvent: 9:30 a.m.-12:00pm\n\n\nLocation: Erie Community Center – West Parking Lot | 450 Powers St.\n\nFor more information click here. URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/erie-touch-a-truck/ LOCATION:Erie Community Center\, 450 Powers St\, Erie\, CO\, 80516\, United States CATEGORIES:Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/1785948637703-87398e24-3c8c-4a6e-a395-488d10cf1985_1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260827T103000 DTSTAMP:20260819T224846Z CREATED:20251220T211621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T224846Z UID:17719-1787823000-1787826600@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:August Coalition Conversation DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado’s August Coalition Conversation continues on Thursday\, August 27\, from 9:30–10:30 AM. \nJoin our monthly Coalition Conversations as a steady touchpoint for collaboration\, idea-sharing\, and community-building. These sessions are open to anyone interested in advancing clean transportation and feature updates and introductions from new DCC members each month. \nThis month our featured DCC member speakers will be: \nNatalie Hansen – Executive Director of Energy Programs for Optony \nDylan Ginsberg – Founder of Smart EV Guides \nLibby Tart – Senior Environmental Planner for Commerce City  \nWhether you’re a regular or joining for the first time\, this is a great opportunity to connect and stay informed as we head toward fall. \nRegister now! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/august-coalition-conversation-2/ LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom CATEGORIES:Coalition Conversation,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20260926T110000 DTSTAMP:20260728T230230Z CREATED:20260728T225730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T230230Z UID:19308-1790413200-1790420400@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:United Power's 2nd Annual EV Showcase DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado is partnering with United Power to celebrate National Drive Electric Month at United Power’s 2nd Annual EV Showcase on September 26 at their Carbon Valley Service Center in Longmont. \nExplore some of the newest electric vehicles\, meet EV owners\, and learn about the benefits of driving electric. Test drives will be available on select EV models\, and attendees can tour United Power’s innovative battery energy storage facility located on-site. Whether you’re considering your first EV or already own one\, this event is a great opportunity to ask questions and experience the latest in electric transportation. \nWe’re also looking for everyday EV owners to showcase their vehicles and share their ownership experiences with attendees. If you’re interested in displaying your EV\, reach out to desiree@drivecleanco.org!\nRegister here! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/united-powers-2nd-annual-ev-showcase/ LOCATION:United Power Carbon Valley Facility\, 9586 E I-25 Frontage Rd B\, Longmont\, 80504 CATEGORIES:Drive Clean Connection,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/United-Power-2026-Flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261029T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261029T103000 DTSTAMP:20251223T180741Z CREATED:20251223T180738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T180741Z UID:17734-1793266200-1793269800@drivecleancolorado.org SUMMARY:October Coalition Conversation DESCRIPTION:Drive Clean Colorado’s October Coalition Conversation wraps up our series for the year on Thursday\, October 29\, from 9:30–10:30 AM. We will not have a Coalition Conversation in November or December due to the busy holiday season! \nAs the year begins to wind down\, this conversation offers a chance to reflect on what we’ve accomplished and stay connected to the work ahead. Coalition Conversations remain open to all and continue to highlight the voices and projects of new DCC members. \nIt’s a meaningful way to stay engaged\, share perspectives\, and close out the season together. We hope to see you there. \nRegister now! URL:https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/october-coalition-conversation-2/ LOCATION:Virtual: Zoom CATEGORIES:Coalition Conversation,Stakeholder ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://drivecleancolorado.org/wp-content/uploads/10.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR