Savannah Technical College to Kickoff 2025 Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow in Partnership with the Georgia Public Service Commission

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Thursday, August 7th, 2025

Savannah Technical College (Savannah Tech), the premier provider of career-ready technical education and workforce development in Coastal Georgia, is honored to be the initial kickoff site for the 2025 Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow on Tuesday, August 12 at its Eckburg Auditorium. This event will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and professionals to explore cutting-edge advancements in alternative fuel vehicles for fleets and workforce training initiatives.  

Organized by the Georgia Public Service Commission, the Roadshow’s statewide series begins in Savannah, Ga., highlighting the city’s dedication to innovation and sustainability. Attendees will have a unique opportunity to connect with experts, gain insights into emerging technologies, and participate in forward-thinking discussions about shaping Georgia’s energy future.  

During the event, PSC Commissioner Tim Echols will lead key industry suppliers in fast-paced panel discussions highlighting the latest technologies and applications for municipal and commercial fleet operators and charging in the public space. There will be an accompanying outdoor showcase of Electric (EV), Hydrogen Fuel Cell (FCV), CNG and Propane-powered vehicles, including Rivian’s all electric R1T pickup, R1S SUV and KIA’s EV6 and new three row KIA EV9, assembled in Westpoint Georgia. 

With changing federal policies, Cox Automotive will present the latest economic and sales data trends for electric vehicles, alongside presentations on E-Mobility workforce development programs offered by Savannah Tech. Georgia Power will lead off the EV Charging Technologies roundtable with their latest programs and rebates for building charging stations. 

Blue Bird, Yancey Bus, Alliance Autogas and Georgia Association of Pupil Transportation unite to demonstrate the compelling use-case story for Propane AutoGas Fleets in K12, Transit, Agriculture and Logistics. Atlanta Gas Light, and Municipal Gas Authority of Georgia will showcase the growing use of Natural Gas in heavy duty vehicles and the production of Renewable Natural Gas through partnerships with local dairy farmers. Nationally recognized for clean fuel innovation, Dekalb County fleets will present their success story with Waste to Fuel operations. 

Hyundai and HydroFleet will debut their new partnership-forged through the efforts of the Savannah Economic Development Authority- to produce, store and consume Hydrogen for use in the fleet of fuel cell vehicles operating at the Hyundai Metaplant in Bryan County. 

"Hosting the Georgia Clean Energy Roadshow’s opening event highlights Savannah Tech’s dedication to advancing clean energy education and preparing a skilled workforce for sustainable innovation," said Dr. Ryan W. Foley, President of Savannah Technical College. "Savannah Technical College is proud to serve as a community leader, driving the adoption of sustainable technologies and creating opportunities that benefit our region’s economic and environmental future."

The event is free for qualified fleet operators and government representatives, but advance registration is required. Lunch is included. Interested participants can secure their spot by registering online at www.CleanEnergyRoadshow.com