Energy master planning for zero-emission fleets

By David Nguyen on 11/13/2025 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in 1611 Titan Dr., Rantoul, IL 61866

Join David Nguyen of Jacobs as he presents via Zoom at the Fall 2025 Kent Seminar Series Thursday, November 13 from 2-3 p.m. (CT).

The Fall 2025 semester is set to feature 13 presentations, each addressing a topic related to electrification in mobility. 

Pizza and soft drinks will be provided beginning at 1:30 p.m. in the ICT Classroom. 

All presentations will be held on Zoom, but some speakers will present in person at ICT.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://go.illinois.edu/KentSeminar

Meeting ID: 881 1157 1273
Passcode: 462549

Abstract and Bio

Ports face mounting pressure to remain resilient amid global events, while also reducing carbon emissions tied to fossil fuel use. Today, energy needs across vessels, vehicles, equipment and buildings are often supplied by fragmented sources such as grid electricity, diesel and natural gas, leading to inefficiency and limited oversight. This talk presents a three-part Energy Master Plan framework to guide fleet operators in integrating modernization efforts with facility upgrades. The approach enables better control of energy use, improved data tracking and a clear roadmap toward decarbonization—positioning fleets for long-term sustainability and operational resilience.

David Nguyen is a senior project manager and technologist at Jacobs, where he leads the Zero Emission Transportation team in advancing fleet electrification for transit, aviation and ports. He has more than a decade of experience in the EV industry, with prior roles at Arrival, Proterra and Tesla. His expertise spans project delivery management and deployment of high-power charging systems exceeding 500 kW. Trained in construction management at California Polytechnic State University, Nguyen combines technical knowledge with practical experience to accelerate the adoption of sustainable transportation. He is committed to developing innovative solutions that support zero-emission fleet transitions.