Better Together: Scaling Chapter Success Without the Stress

Let’s be honest: running a local chapter is rewarding, but it’s also a lot of work. Between hunting for the right pitch deck and drafting your third MOU of the month, it can feel like you’re building the plane while flying it. The good news? Someone else in the EVA network has probably already built that plane and they’ve got the blueprints ready for you.

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McGovern Auto Group: Supporting EV Education, One Event at a Time

At the EVA, we’re proud to stand alongside organizations that are actively shaping a cleaner, more sustainable transportation future. Our network is built on education, advocacy, and real-world engagement; helping drivers understand not just why electric vehicles matter, but how they can seamlessly fit into everyday life. That’s why partnerships with forward-thinking businesses like McGovern Auto Group are so important.

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Gas Prices Too High? Don’t Pay for It.

Gas prices still rise whenever global instability threatens oil supply, refining capacity, or shipping routes. Prices shoot up quickly, then drift back down painfully slowly…if they come back down at all. Every time tensions rise in the oil producing regions of the world, American drivers brace themselves for another hit to the wallet. There's another option available to consumers right now.

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EVA Welcomes Citizens’ Climate Lobby Leader as Our Member Summit Keynote Speaker

CCL is moving beyond the data-driven persuasion model to focus on authentic connection, addressing how to navigate a polarized landscape with neighbors who range from apathetic/disinterested to hostile. Greg’s address will empower attendees to leverage their local credibility to build a better future, one community at a time, setting a collaborative tone for the day's upcoming breakout sessions and networking.

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Breaking the "Enthusiast Bubble": Why the Future of Your Chapter is an Open Tent

At the EVA Annual Member Summit and Awards on Saturday May 30, we are tackling this head-on with a high-energy session: "The ‘Open Tent’ Strategy." Led by the visionary LaSheita Sayer of Women Who Charge, this roundtable is designed to help volunteer leaders transform their chapters into inclusive, neighborhood-focused powerhouses.

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Beyond the "Ask"

In the high-stakes world of policymaking, there is a common misconception that the most successful advocates are the ones who push the hardest. We imagine high-pressure meetings, stacks of demands, and the constant "ask" for favors.

But what if the key to creating real change isn’t asking for favors at all? What if the most powerful tool in your belt isn’t your "position," but your expertise?

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NY Capital District EVA Brings Electric Energy to the Inaugural Mohawk-Hudson Earth Fest

On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Schenectady’s Central Park came alive with music, community spirit, and a shared commitment to sustainability during the inaugural Mohawk-Hudson Earth Fest. Held at the Music Haven stage from 12 PM to 4 PM, this free, family-friendly event brought together residents, local organizations, and advocates to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day in a meaningful, hands-on way.

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Orange & Rockland: Driving the Future By Powering the EV Transition

The shift toward electric transportation is no longer a distant vision. It’s unfolding right now across neighborhoods, businesses, and communities in Orange & Rockland’s (“O&R”) service territory. As more drivers make the decision to plug in rather than fuel up, the infrastructure and incentives that support this evolution are becoming essential pieces of the energy landscape.

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Earth Day EV Ride & Drive to Highlight Clean Transportation Leadership at SRPMIC

A special Earth Day event is coming to the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Hosted in partnership with the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and the Valley of the Sun Electric Vehicle Association, the Earth Day EV Ride & Drive will offer community members and visitors an opportunity to learn about electric vehicles in a welcoming, community-centered setting.

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