Drive Electric Earth Month

Drive Electric Earth Month
Power the Bluff: Clean Transit & Campus Air Quality Survey
Baton Rouge, LA
Apr 15 2026

Day: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
NOTE: this event has already happened.
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm CDT
Location: Southern University and A&M College
801 Harding Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70807
Contact the organizers for this event.

Event Report

On April 15, 2026, EFPP fellows Nevaeh Clark and Zariah Johnson represented the program at Power the Bluff, an event hosted on the Southern University and A&M College campus centered on sustainability, energy, and innovation. The event provided fellows with a vibrant platform to engage students and community members on the topic of electric mobility and share the mission of the E-Mobility Fellowship Pipeline Program.

Through conversations at the event, Nevaeh and Zariah connected with peers who may not have previously considered clean transportation as a career path, expanding awareness of EFPP and the broader opportunities available in the e-mobility sector for HBCU students.


photo by: EVHybridnoire
Fellows Nevaeh Clark and Zariah Johnson in front of an electric vehicle at Power the Bluff, April 15, 2026, Southern University and A&M College

Event Description

 

This event is designed to raise awareness about the impact of gas-powered vehicle emissions on our campus and surrounding community, while introducing electric transportation as a practical and sustainable alternative. As transportation continues to be a major contributor to air pollution, this initiative aims to help students and faculty better understand how everyday mobility choices affect environmental and public health outcomes.

At the center of the event is a live electric vehicle showcase, where attendees will have the opportunity to explore an EV up close, learn about how it operates, and engage in conversations about battery technology, charging, cost considerations, and overall performance. The goal is to demystify electric vehicles and provide clear, accessible information that addresses common questions and misconceptions. Through open dialogue and hands-on engagement, this event aims to spark curiosity, increase awareness, and inspire more sustainable transportation decisions within the campus community.




Presented By

Plugin America logo
Electric Vehicle Association logo
Sierra Club logo
EVHybridNoire logo
Drive Electric USA logo

Bronze Level Sponsor

Green Level Sponsor

All DEEM 2026 sponsors support Plug In America's coordination of Drive Electric Earth Month.

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