Manoj Karwa
CEOAmpure
Manoj Karwa is the CEO of Ampure. Ampure has delivered 1M chargers to global automakers and 35,000 industrial chargers.
Manoj has over 15 years of electric vehicle experience including infrastructure, electric drive, power electronics and battery systems. His experience as an entrepreneur has led to three exits for scale up renewable energy companies. Manoj was part of the management team that led to the acquisition of Rhombus Energy Solutions by BorgWarner.
He has also held leadership positions at Elektrobit, General Motors, Leviton Manufacturing, EVBox and AT Kearney. He is also a Board Member of the University of Michigan Economic Growth Institute. Manoj’s educational background includes a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, master’s degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and a master’s in business administration from University of Michigan.
Manoj Karwa’s Session(s):
12:55 pm–1:25 pm | Wed, March 26, 2025
How Utilities Can Run Effective Managed Charging Programs for Residential and Commercial Customers
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.