Voices of ChargeExpo 2024: Lilypad EV Unites Grid Expansion with EV Charging for a Better User Experience

Daniel Litwin
Mar 27, 2024
Learn more
ChargeExpo 2024 EV Charging Stations Frank Huerta grid expansion Lilypad EV

 

At ChargeExpo 2024, a pivotal discussion unfolded, shedding light on the integral relationship between grid expansion and the future of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. As electric vehicles continue to surge in popularity, the spotlight has turned to the supporting infrastructure, underscoring a critical challenge: the need for significant grid expansion to accommodate the rising demand for EV charging. This revelation, drawn from a thought-provoking conversation at the Expo, highlights the current state of EV charging solutions and marks a call to action for stakeholders across the energy and automotive sectors.

In a dialogue between MarketScale’s Daniel J. Litwin, the Voice of B2B, and Frank Huerta, Director for Alternative Fuels at Lilypad EV, during ChargeExpo 2024, the emphasis on grid expansion as a foundational element for the proliferation of EV charging stations stood out as a compelling narrative. This critical insight reflects the current landscape and serves as a guidepost for future investments and innovations in the sector.

Highlights from Litwin and Huerta’s conversation include:

  • The importance of comprehensive distribution and consultancy for successful EV charging deployment
  • Strategies for fostering cooperation among stakeholders, including electrical contractors, engineers, and utility companies, to overcome infrastructure challenges
  • The necessity of focusing on user experience and standardization to ensure the seamless integration of EV charging solutions into daily life

Frank Huerta’s wealth of experience includes initiatives that bridge the gap between technology and practical application. His expertise in alternative fuels and commitment to advancing EV charging infrastructure reflect Lilypad EV’s innovative approach to solving complex industry challenges.

Follow us on social media for the latest updates in B2B!

Image

Latest

community
Bringing Community into the Transformation of K-12 Schools: The Impact of Mentors, Local Voices, and Student Entrepreneurs
July 24, 2025

As K-12 schools across the U.S. struggle to recover from the learning loss and emotional fallout of the pandemic, a deeper reckoning is underway—one that challenges the very foundation of who’s responsible for educating our children. Despite billions in federal relief, a third of U.S. students are not even reading at a basic level…

Read More
9 Proven User-Generated Content Strategies That Actually Work
July 24, 2025

User-generated content has become the backbone of modern marketing—but most advice focuses on theory rather than execution. We asked nine marketing leaders who’ve built successful UGC programs to share exactly how they do it, what works, and what doesn’t. Here’s what we learned from their real-world experience. Start With Direct Customer Outreach Kyle Bernard, who…

Read More
Blending Intuition and Metrics to Elevate Sterile Processing
Smarter Sterile Processing Starts with Data—Boosting Efficiency, Cutting Costs, and Improving Patient Care
July 24, 2025

In a healthcare ecosystem increasingly driven by data, sterile processing departments (SPDs) find themselves at a crossroads—balancing precision and pace, safety and speed. As hospitals look to reduce inefficiencies and protect patient safety, analytics tools are transforming sterile processing from an often overlooked backroom function into a vital, data-enhanced frontline of care. Research shows…

Read More
college success
Freshman Year Survival Guide: How Overlooked High School Lessons Lead to College Success
July 24, 2025

Nobody warns you that college success isn’t just about brains — it’s about balance, too. In this refreshingly honest episode of Professional Quotient: Conversations that Build Equity, hosted by Jason Winningham, high school teacher Jacob Mutchler reunites with two of his former students, Lilly Salcedo and Oscar Davila, to reflect on what really mattered…

Read More
Related
ball valve
Software & Technology
Zero-Friction Flow: Trillium Launches the Red Point® Non-Contact Rising Stem Ball Valve to Cut Downtime, Boost Safety, and Perform in Demanding Applications
June 30, 2025
duke energy
Healthcare
Smarter Lights, Lower Costs: How Duke Energy Is Cutting Energy Use at Scale
June 3, 2025

At a time when utilities are under increasing pressure to reduce operating costs and enhance service without raising rates, Duke Energy is embracing network lighting controls as a strategic solution. With over 360,000 smart nodes already deployed and a long-term plan to modernize 2.5 million lighting assets across six states, the utility giant is…

Read More
Fixed Wireless Access
Healthcare
Why Fixed Wireless Access Is Becoming Essential for Utility Network Upgrades
June 2, 2025

As energy providers accelerate digital transformation in response to grid modernization and growing connectivity demands, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) has emerged as a viable alternative to legacy wireline solutions. According to the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), investor-owned electric companies in the United States are expected to allocate approximately $158 billion toward transmission infrastructure projects…

Read More