The Southern California Clean Vehicle Technology EXPO (EXPO) is hosted by the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) and supported by many other state organizations interested in improving air quality and decreasing emissions within California.
Contents
EXPO was created to facilitate interaction between the end user and the policy maker and display advanced clean technologies available in today’s market. The event gives a breakdown of federal, state and regional regulations and policies on emission reduction, as well as information on federal and state funding programs.
History
EXPO has been held in Ontario, CA since its inaugural event in December 2002 and is now held annually each October. At the 2008 event, EXPO introduced its first “NGV Pavilion” a showcase collection of natural gas vehicles for all applications. EXPO is produced by Santa Monica-based consulting firm Gladstein, Neandross & Associates.
Supporting organizations
EXPO is typically sponsored by government and community agencies with a vested interest in increasing air quality and reducing emissions from mobile sources. Agencies that have supported EXPO in the past include:
Highlighted speakers
EXPO features high-profile speakers, typically those involved in air quality regulations, state, county, or municipal governments, in addition to technology and equipment providers. Speakers have included:
* California Air Resources Board Chair Member Mary Nichols * California State Senator Alan Lowenthal * City of Chino Mayor Dennis Yates * City of Riverside Mayor Ronald O. Loveridge * Daimler Trucks North America General Manager Mike Jackson * International Council on Clean Transportation President Dr. Alan C. Lloyd * Los Angeles Board of Harbor Commissioners President S. David Freeman * Navistar Inc. Senior Vice President Jim Hebe * South Coast Air Quality Management District Executive Officer Barry Wallerstein * Southern California Edison Director Edward Kjaer * Southern California Gas Company Vice President Rick Morrow * Southern California Gas Company Manager William Zobel * Waste Management Senior Vice President Duane Woods