​1 in 3 Americans are considering an EV. Only 1 in 25 buy one. It's one of the largest underbuilt conversion problems in climate, and the incumbents aren't structured to solve it.

​U.S. passenger vehicles emit 1 GT of CO2 a year, 3% of all global emissions. Most of the climate conversation focuses on technology, price, and charging. But battery costs are dropping, charging is expanding, and the cars are good. The unsolved problem is the buyer journey itself: how someone goes from interested in an EV to purchasing one.

​Built for climate investors, mobility founders, and operators looking for venture-scale opportunities in the EV transition. Expect a candid conversation grounded in operating experience.

​In this 60-minute moderated discussion, we'll cover:

• ​Where EV adoption breaks in the buyer journey

• ​Why incumbents (automakers, dealers, and marketplaces) aren't closing the gap, and what that opens up

• ​Role of utilities in marketing EVs

• ​How gas prices move EV buyers

​Walk away with:

• ​A clearer map of the adoption gap and where it can be closed

• ​A sharper thesis on where to build or invest next

• ​Direct connections to other investors and founders working this space (we'll curate intros based on what you tell us at signup)

​Light refreshments and morning snacks will be provided. Networking before and after.

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​👩‍💻VIRTUAL ATTENDEES: Please join at 9:10AM for the start of the panel.

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​Speakers

​Matthew Metz is founder and CEO of EVQ. EVQ is building the infrastructure that moves drivers from considering an EV to buying one. He previously founded Coltura, where he launched the movement that led to gasoline car sunset policies in 15 states.

​Shannon Golbienko, co-founder of Revolve Motors. She's been pioneering the EV movement from the frontlines since 2014 working with companies like Tesla, Lucid and Ford. There isn't an EV objection she hasn't overcome.

​Alex Katzman, is VP at Chargescape, an OEM-backed initiative to scale managed EV charging and vehicle to grid solutions.

​Moderator

​Bart Treece, Director of the Mobility Innovation Center at CoMotion at the University of Washington

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​Partners

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​The Seattle Climate Innovation Hub is the first downtown space dedicated to investing in and designing technology to combat climate change.

​About 9Zero: We are a community of founders, investors, engineers, scientists, and innovators who together, drive climate action. Through our club, events, meetups, and connections, we spark collaboration and accelerate solutions. If you’re working toward a healthier, more resilient world, you belong here. Join us - 9Zero.com

​VertueLab accelerates, funds and supports Pacific Northwest climate tech entrepreneurs building or scaling innovative and equitable solutions to the climate crisis.

The CoMotion Labs Climate Tech Incubator is a commercialization program for pre-seed to seed-stage startups ready to pilot or scale.

​The Seattle Office of Economic Development supports the key industries that form Seattle's vibrant, strong, and diverse economy. The Green Economy includes green and clean energy jobs, as well as businesses advancing resource conservation, sustainability, climate resilience, and environmental innovation.

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​How to Get Here

​Address Seattle Climate Innovation Hub 1215 4th Ave, 15th Floor, Seattle, WA 98101

​Getting here

​By car: Paid parking with EV chargers is available in the building. Enter the garage going east (up the hill) on the one-way University Street. SpotHero is also an option.

​By transit: The closest Link light rail station is Symphony Station on 3rd.

​By bike or e-mobility: Bikes, battery-powered mobility devices, and batteries (even when not charging) must be stored in the locked room on the C/D level of the garage. The room is inside the double doors by the elevator. Bring your own lock for the storage rack if needed. Email sosell@uw.edu for the door code.

​By registering for this event, you agree to share your information with the event organizers, PNW Climate Week, and Climatebase / the Climate Week Network. You may receive updates from these organizations, and can opt out at any time in accordance with their respective privacy policies.