Kristin Larson
Director of Energy & SustainabilitySan Diego State University
Kristin Larson joined San Diego State University (SDSU) in May 2022 as their inaugural Director of Energy and Sustainability of the newly created Office of Energy & Sustainability. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst and Environmental Sciences and Policy Master's degree from John Hopkins University. Kristin has worked in the sustainability space for over 15 years with significant project work dedicated to EV charging. She most recently is working on expanding EV charging installations at SDSU, and also in the past has worked as a project manager and technical assistance advisor on CALeVIP, a State of California EV Charging incentive program.
Kristin Larson’s Session(s):
10:15 am–11:15 am | Thu, March 27, 2025
EV Charging Implementation for Universities *SOLD OUT*
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- Different strategic approaches between urban and rural campuses
- Funding opportunities specific to EV Charging projects on college and university properties
- Vendor vetting and selection
- Pricing strategies for university vs. public access
- Regional considerations and local guidelines that will impact EV charging implementation
The University of Notre Dame, as part of its sustainability strategy, is working to develop an on-campus fleet vehicle EV plan, including centralized EV charging for campus-owned and operated service and rental vehicles used by a broad constituency. Additionally, the university seeks to support and encourage EV deployment by faculty, staff, students, and visitors whilst being mindful of the potential carbon and infrastructure impacts on the campus. Considering typically short commutes in its mid-sized midwestern urban area, the university seeks to be a support and not a primary source for charging. Using the benefits of a dynamic charging software platform, it seeks to gauge charging patterns, needs, and locations to right-size our offerings. As an Alliance customer of Eaton, the University of Notre Dame continues to work in partnership with them as it addresses the growing need for EV charging.
Discussion topics include:
- Software utilization and data analysis
- Appropriate pricing and means of carbon offsetting
- Proper targeting and placement of EV charging resources
12:15 pm–1:15 pm | Thu, March 27, 2025
EV Charging Answers Bar
Did you miss your chance to meet a speaker 1:1 or get your question answered in a session? Speakers will host 1-hour sessions at dedicated lounges at our EV Charging Answers Bar on the Expo floor. Attendees can join on a first-come, first-served basis to ask questions and network with our speaker hosts. Plan ahead by reviewing speaker bios and company information listed below.