EV Training

Soulful Synergy offered by NYSERDA

These core modules are available free of charge to New York State employees through the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). 

Modules are tailored to different roles and audiences, as noted by the following:

EV Drivers (EVD): Any potential driver of a fleet electric vehicle. These users will need to ensure basic vehicle operation and charging in addition to State policies around charger use and parking.

Fleet Managers (FLM): Those who are directly involved in the management of an Entity’s fleet. These users will need to identify and phase electrification of their fleet, oversee the implementation of policies, and coordinate with business units, facility managers, and parking operations teams in all facets of the vehicle’s use.

Facility Managers (FCM):Those responsible for the management of a facility. These roles will necessitate assistance in siting and overseeing chargers, which may involve coordination with utilities and installation teams.

Soulful Synergy Core Modules

Candidates should apply using their state email credentials. Each module is 3 hours and will run on consecutive days (10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. for daytime sessions, 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for evening sessions).

Module 1 - Transportation (EVD, FLM, FCM)

• Infrastructure for installation
• EV charging
• Emissions and well-to-wheel efficiency

Module 2 - Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Site Feasibility (3 Hours) (FLM)

• Best practices for site feasibility studies
• Site data and reporting
• Electrical safety
• Incentives and rebates in NY
   

Module 3 - EVCE Installation & Managed Charging (3 Hours) (FLM, FCM)

• Managed/networked charging
• EV charging planning, design, and strategy
• Operations and maintenance for EVs and chargers

Registration is required; sign-up and more information are available at Soulful Synergy EV training.

The following recordings provided by OGS offer topic-specific trainings on issues and best
practices for EV operation and maintenance. These will continue to be updated and posted on a rolling basis. To request a topic as part of this series, please contact [email protected].

• Converting to an Electric Vehicle Fleet (Panel discussion, June 06, 2023)
  General guidelines on fleet conversion. Panel participants include: John Markowitz, Bruce Shoener, Lielle Berman (NYPA); Keith Kerman (NYC DCAS); Shane Gilcrest (DOT); Emily Rubenstein (OGS).
• IRS Direct Pay for Electric Vehicles
  An explanation of IRS Direct Pay credits available for electric vehicles.
• IRS Direct Pay Part 2 - EVSE
  An explanation of IRS Direct Pay credits available for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

The Office of General Services and the New York Power Authority held our second annual New York State Electric Vehicle Fleet Event on Tuesday, May 21st at the Empire State Plaza.

Panel Recordings from the Event are Now Available

• EV Charging
• Converting Your Fleet
• Buying an EV

Watch Panel Recordings

OGS hosts a monthly working group on the fourth Thursday of the month at 1:00 p.m. for fleet managers, sustainability coordinators, and all others interested and/or involved in New York State’s EV fleet conversion. For an invitation, please reach out to [email protected].