Erik Lundeen

Electric Vehicle Program Manager
Black Hills Energy

Erik Lundeen is the Electric Vehicle Program Manager for Black Hills Energy and manages their EV program known as “Ready EV”. Ready EV is a program designed for Black Hills Energy electric customers in Colorado, South Dakota, and Wyoming to encourage the widespread adoption of EVs through utility incentives and rebates for both residential and commercial customers. Erik has worked for Black Hills Energy for 6 years but has almost 20 years of experience in program and project management in the utilities, finance, and construction industries and is also a national board member of the Electric Vehicle Association.

Erik Lundeen’s Session(s):


12:45 pm–1:30 pm | Wed, March 26, 2025

How Utilities Can Run Effective Managed Charging Programs

As EV adoption surges, utilities are under increasing pressure to balance grid reliability with customer demand. Managed charging programs offer a solution, enabling utilities to optimize energy consumption while maintaining a seamless user experience for residential and commercial customers, as well as level 2 and level 3 charging.

This session explores the core components of successful managed charging programs, from leveraging time-of-use rates and demand response strategies to integrating advanced software for real-time load management. Learn how utilities can design and implement programs that encourage residential EV owners to charge during off-peak hours while ensuring that commercial fleets meet operational needs without overburdening the grid.

Through case studies and expert insights, this session will highlight strategies for fostering partnerships with automakers, charging networks, and fleet operators, as well as the role of incentives and regulatory support in driving adoption. Attendees will leave with actionable steps to launch or refine managed charging initiatives that benefit utilities, customers, and the broader EV ecosystem.


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