The E-Mobility Paris Conference was the closing event of the 2017 ESCP Electric Vehicle Road Trip (EVRT).
Between 25th April and 10th May, MSc in Energy Management students joined key energy industry figures, international media, alumni and School faculty on a two-week European road trip to support the acceleration of electric-vehicle adoption and a transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future.
A fleet of electric vehicles transported the participants across 6,500kms using the latest clean technologies - without compromising on comfort or performance.
A fleet of electric vehicles transported the participants across 6,500kms using the latest clean technologies - without compromising on comfort or performance.
At stages of the EVRT there were conferences on key subjects in the sustainable transportation field, with this final event taking place at the ESCP Paris Campus on 10th May, 2017.
The event runs from 9am to 5pm. Tickets are on sale now via https://www.europeevrt.com/conference-tickets.
Event Agenda
08:00 - 09:00: Registration and electric vehicle showcase
09:00 - 09:15: Opening Keynote & Welcome
Simon Mercado, UK Director, ESCP Business School
Ben Pullen, CEO, Global EVRT
09:15-10:05 - The Transport and Mobility Revolution: from asset ownership to service provision
The transport and mobility sector is undergoing a revolution. Car-sharing applications and driverless vehicle technology is radically shifting consumer perceptions of mobility from traditional asset ownership towards transport as a service. As our global population soars to 10 billion by 2050 with 80% of us living in cities, the consumer is increasingly concerned with buying a car that ticks the clean, green and affordable boxes. This session discussed how realistic these futuristic visions are, how manufacturers are adapting to these changes, where the innovation is happening, and the scalability of these solutions.
Panel discussion included:
- How a car sharing service can revolutionise city transport: but how transformational and scalable is this change
- Pipeline technology and driverless cars: What are the expected timelines and developments and what will this mean for the rest of us?
- What are the drivers and pressures in the new era of mobility and how are EU cities on the cusp of an EV switch over
Panel:
Christophe Arnaud, Managing Director, Bluepointlondon & Bolloré BlueSolutions UK
Scott Miller, VP Europe, ChargePoint
Adam Woolway, Co-Founder, PlugSurfing
Guillaume Vaudescal, Car Sharing Business Developer, Renault
Phil Henrick, Head of Europe and Corporate Sales, London Taxi Company
10:05-10:25: Networking and Technology Showcase
Economics of Electric Vehicles: CAPEX to OPEX transformation, an accelerator for EV & PHEV
- EV market perspective in dense urban environment, with its fast Growing parameters and facts / statistics from usage
- Why transforming CAPEX to OPEX is key for EV? And how this can promote the Electric vehicle acceptance even better to the public? What do we learn from history?
- Presentation of an application case of CAPEX to OPEX transformation in Condominiums
- What are the necessary organisation, KPI and legal structure
Cedric Moret, Charging Infrastructure and Electric Vehicles, Schneider Electric
10:25 - 11:00 Tea & Coffee Break: Networking and Technology Showcase
11:00 -11:55 - French Market Insights - Panel Discussion (in French)
Discussion focused on opportunities in the French e-mobility market covering; how local authorities & operators ensure success of eMobility, the concrete actions needed to allow and facilitate market take-off, the necessary conditions for massive user adoption, the new business-models on the scene. - Animation Herve Rannou
Herve Rannou, Owner, ITEMS International
Alain Leboeuf, Président, Sydev, Syndicat Départemental d’Energie et d’Equipement de la Vendée
Bruno Vaslin, Directeur du développement des solutions de mobilité durable, chez Spie
Bruno Flinois, CEO, Clem' solutions d’autopartage électrique pour les territoires
Jean-Luc Dupont, Maire de Chinon - Président, Communauté de Communes Chinon Vienne et Loire - Président, Syndicat Intercommunal d'Energie d'Indre-et-Loire - Vice-président, FNCCR
Jean-Noel Loury, Président, Syndicat Départemental d'Energie de l'Yonne
11:55 - 12:20 The Norwegian Success: How transferable is this case study and can it be used as a blueprint for other European countries?
Presentation
How transferable is this case study and can it be used as a blueprint for other European countries?
Jan Haugen Ihle, Country Manager Charge & Drive – Norway, Fortum Markets AS
Developments in the European EV industry: what are the emerging the economic and policy drivers to watch
Bert Witkamp, General Secretary, The European Association for Electromobility
12:20 - 13:40: Lunch Break and Networking
Unique opportunities for delegates! They tested drive Renault Zoes from 12:30.
13:40 - 14:00: Business Innovation in the EV Market
Panel Discussion
Which innovative business models are disrupting traditional market economics and offering the potential to accelerate e-mobility across European countries? This session included an overview of eMotorWerks’ technology, their value proposition and business model and their achievements to date. A comparison of the US and Europe is also provided - Animation : Pierre-Jean Cherret
Vincent Schachter, VP Energy Product Mngt, Intl Business dev, ELECTRIC MOTOR WERKS
Pierre-Jean Cherret, VP Smart Energy, ITEMS international
14:00 - 14:25: EV-Box and Engie: A strategic partnership for market acceleration
Discussion
EV-Box and Engie’s unique partnership was discussed in further detail giving details on the drivers behind the acquisition and how it assisted market expansion and growth.
Kristof Vereenooghe, CEO, EV Box
Mathias Lelievre, Directeur Mobilité Verte et Directeur de Cabinet du CEO, Engie
14:25 - 14:40: Which EV is right for you? A case study from The Good Car Company
Presentation
Considering an EV but don’t know which one is right for your or your business? Aurelien Rousset, Founder of The Good Car, run through client case studies to tell you how businesses have made the switch to EVs and teaching you the main questions you should be asking when considering an EV purchase. An essential session for individuals and businesses alike!
Aurélien Rousset, Founder, The Good Car
14:40 - 14:55: Improving EV range with EP Tender
Presentation
EP Tender offers an innovative solution to peak range requirements for EVs by offering the same range as a classic combustion engine yet at a low marginal cost. This session presented details of this VP and solution as well as updates from the first trial of EP Tenders in Europe.
Jean-Baptiste Segard, CEO, EP Tender
14:55 - 15:15: Afternoon Break and Networking
The potential for electric vehicles to be used to tackle transport poverty and reduce private transport emissions in outer city communities
15:35-16:20: European vehicle to grid: The integration of EVs into the electricity system presentations and panel discussion
This session included three presentations on the potential for vehicle to grid projects across Europe to assist with take-up of green mobility solutions across the region. A panel discussion followed looking at how EVs can be integrated into the wider electricity system.
Nicolas Joubaud, Section Manager of V2G and Stationary Storage, Nissan Europe
Keith Budden, Head of Business Development, CENEX
Olivier Deken, Responsable Programme Thématique Energies & Territoires, EDF
16:20-16:40: Developments set to turn mobility upside down: What will the future hold?
Keynote speech
An inspirational keynote speech providing insights on the technological and business model innovations set to disrupt the future of e-mobility was delivered by Thierry Lepercq, Executive VP research, Technology & Innovation, Engie and Chairman, Solar Direct
16:40- 17:00: Paving the Path Ahead - Accelerating EV Adoption
Closing Remarks
Closing remarks wrapping up lessons learned from the E-Mobility conferences and road trip, as well as the challenges and future opportunities the partnership and initiative offers the EV industry in Europe.
Frank Bournois, Dean, ESCP Business School
Ben Pullen, CEO, Global EVRT
17:00 Conference close and networking drinks reception
We are delighted to announce that all ESCP students and Alumni can save £100 on any part of the Europe EVRT or either conference (in London or Paris) using the code ESCPEUROPE100.