NextBillion - An Initiative of the William Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan

Electrically-powered vehicles (EVs) present a sustainable and efficient alternative to traditional transportation, and are becoming increasingly popular across the globe. But how might EVs be leveraged at the last mile to deliver beneficial products and services to underserved consumers? What are the opportunities, and how can we overcome remaining challenges? Come along to learn more about the state of e-mobility in the last mile distribution sector, as well as to hear directly from companies that are paving the way, and to discuss what is needed in the wider ecosystem to enable more LMDs to transition to EVs. Speakers include: – Carol Ofafa, Founder & CEO, E-Safiri – Geofrey Mutabazi, Co-Founder & CEO, Karaa Africa – Kim Chepkoit, Founder & CEO, Ecobodaa – Chris Longbottom, Co-founder and CEO, Mobile Power Find out more: https://www.globaldistributorscollective.org/innovation-trends This webinar is supported by UK aid from the British people, via the Transforming Energy Access platform.