Fleet and facility managers interested in developing expertise in fleet electrification can enroll in the Federal Energy Management Program's (FEMP) fleet management training courses.

EV Champion Training Series

The Electric Vehicle (EV) Champion Training Series is a four-part course developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and the FEMP Fleet team. Those who attend all four webinars can earn up to 1.0 CEU and an EV Champion Training Certificate from FEMP. A selection of on-demand trainings are also available any time. 

A series of EV Training Videos accompanies the EV Champion webinar series. The videos cover core concepts needed for adopting EVs.

EV Technology Overview

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In this video you'll learn about different EV types and their driving ranges, regenerative braking and drivetrain modes, electric vehicle supply equipment, and EV energy consumption and reporting. (Video Transcript)

Video courtesy of the Department of Energy

EV Financial Considerations

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In this video, you'll learn how to calculate the vehicle’s total cost of ownership and properly assess all the potential benefits and tradeoffs of adopting EV technology for your fleet. (Video Transcript)

Video courtesy of the Department of Energy

EVSE Infrastructure

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As you plan for more of these devices, you'll need to understand EVSE compatibility, power ratings, and cybersecurity to properly assess EVSE installation and infrastructure requirements. (Video Transcript)

Video courtesy of the Department of Energy

Driving Electric Vehicles

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In this video, you'll learn how driving an EV is different than a gasoline vehicle, and how to make the most of your ride. (Video Transcript)

Video courtesy of the U.S. Department of Energy

Utility Partnerships for Fleet Electrification

This recorded webinar discusses planning considerations and strategies related to federal fleet electrification, including federal energy goals, EV acquisition, capital investments, financial support, and working with local utility partners. Take the Leveraging Utility Partnerships for Fleet Electrification training.