October 20 & 21
Atlanta, GA
Join us for this CTE Member exclusive event!
Embark on an unparalleled opportunity to gain exclusive insights into CTE's current initiatives and strategic roadmap. Discover your pivotal role within CTE's vision while fostering potential partnerships with prominent industry-leading companies.
While in Atlanta…
- Explore Market Opportunities
- Cement Your Industry Leadership
- Form Collaborative Partnerships
- Receive Exclusive Policy Insights
- Expand Your Network
Explore Zero Emissions in these Markets
Logistics
Meeting Location
Epicurean Atlanta
1117 W. Peachtree St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
Welcome Reception
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Networking Reception
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Event Schedule
Monday, October 20
Policy Strategy Session
Epicurean Hotel Atlanta
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Learn more about CTE’s involvement in defending key industry policies and programs, as well as the organization's approach to navigating administrative changes. Provide input on CTE’s 2026 Legislative Agenda alongside CTE’s Leadership Staff, Policy Board, and Government Affairs Representatives.
Policy Dinner
Epicurean Hotel Atlanta
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Enjoy an interactive, multi-course meal prepared by an Epicurean chef, including a cooking demonstration at The Epicurean Theatre.
Tuesday, October 21
Membership Meeting
Epicurean Hotel Atlanta
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Hear directly from CTE staff about the organization’s current initiatives, project case studies, and strategic roadmap, then attend breakout sessions with CTE’s market leads to discuss opportunities and developments in each market.
Networking Reception
Epicurean Hotel Atlanta - Sky Terrace
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Join CTE staff and fellow members at the cocktail reception on the Epicurean’s Sky Terrace Lawn. Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Questions? Contact Sydney Leimbach, Membership Manager, at [email protected].
Featured Case Studies
Santa Rosa Municipal Transition Plan
Through partnership with NV5, CTE developed a transition plan for the City of Santa Rosa’s municipal fleet. CTE conducted a market review and fleet analysis to evaluate the shift to an all-electric municipal fleet, while NV5 led the infrastructure and cost analysis. NV5 will share insights on navigating California’s Advanced Clean Fleets regulation.
Maddie Henderson
Engineering Consultant
Brent Johnson
Vice President of Clean Transportation
Hawaii DOT Battery Electric Bus Deployment
CTE is supporting the deployment of electric buses for the counties of Kaua’i, Maui, and Hawai’i. This project, which started in 2021, first included development of a zero emission transition plan for each county, followed by the deployment of electric buses. Each county received four electric buses, for a total deployment of twelve electric buses across the state. Transworld Associates will share its experience assisting with the development of bus specifications during the procurement stage as well as providing in-plant vehicle inspections during each county’s bus builds.
Maggie Maddrey
Lead Managing Consultant
Lee Donnell
Director of Operations
California's Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES) Hydrogen Hub
Hear about California’s ARCHES Hydrogen Hub from members of CTE’s west coast team. Jaimie Levin, Director of West Coast Operations, and Ethan Chung, CTE Associate, will share progress updates and insights on how ARCHES is shaping the future of hydrogen-powered transportation.
Jaimie Levin
Director of West Coast Operations
Ethan Chung
Associate
CityBus Fuel Cell Electric Bus Deployment
CTE is managing the deployment of eight fuel cell electric buses (FCEBs), the installation of a hydrogen refueling solution, and bus maintenance facility upgrades for CityBus of Greater Lafayette in Indiana. This project features one of the first deployments of an extended-range New Flyer FCEB, expected to be able to travel over 450 miles on one fill. DLZ will share their experience providing site design, preparation, and construction expertise on the project.
Will Handke
Managing Consultant
Ram Rajadhyaksha
Executive Vice President
Network with Industry Leaders
Leadership Circle CTE Members
General CTE Members
CTE Leadership
CTE Staff
CTE Board of Directors
Policy Board
About the Host
The Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) is a non-profit planning and engineering firm with the mission to improve the health of our climate and communities by bringing people together to develop and commercialize clean, efficient, and sustainable transportation technologies.
CTE’s strong base of nearly 100 members combined with our frontline project experience equips us to provide first-in-class zero-emission industry events.
