CTE opens early bird registration for ZEB Con 2023

The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) has opened early bird registration for the Zero Emission Bus Conference (ZEB Con), taking place Sept. 26 - 28 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, Calif. Attendee's can register on the conference website to take advantage of the early bird discount and receive $400 off registration.

ZEB Con is the premier event for professionals leading the charge to electrification — equipping public transit agencies, private shuttle operators, airports, and universities with the necessary tools to electrify their fleets. From initial community advocacy to electrifying a full depot and managing on-going ZEB operations, conference content spans the entire journey to zero-emission. ZEB Con’s three days of programming includes keynote speakers, panel sessions, exposition hall and the return of the Happy (Bus) Hour static bus display and networking event.

In addition to ZEB Con’s standard programming, San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) and North County Transit District will host on-site tours of their battery-electric bus operations as an optional add-on for attendees. San Diego MTS will also be providing free transit passes to all registered attendees.

“At MTS, fleet electrification is something we have a long-standing commitment to. From launching the first all-electric modern light rail system in North America in 1981, to building the region’s first overhead electric bus charging system this year, San Diego is at the forefront of zero-emissions innovation,” said Sharon Cooney, CEO of SDMTS. “ZEB Con provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the latest technology and best practices from top professionals in the zero-emissions field. It’s also a great way to network with top experts and learn first-hand what other agencies are doing to advance fleet electrification.”

Fleet managers and operators comprised more than half of attendees in previous years. With the recent growth in fleet electrification policies and resources, CTE looks forward to welcoming even more participants this year from all facets of the electric bus industry.

"As momentum builds around electrifying our nation's bus fleets, CTE is excited to reconvene the leading event for fleet decision makers exploring battery and fuel cell electric bus and shuttle options," said Lauren Justice, CTE's development Director. "ZEB Con addresses real world concerns and provides tempered strategies and tools for community leaders stepping into the zero-emission space.”