IEA EV TCP Task 49 "Electric Vehicle Fire Safety" Online Workshop: Fire Safety of Light Electric Vehicles

28. April 2026,15:00 - 17:00 CET
Online

This session will explore key fire safety challenges related to light electric vehicles such as e-bikes and e-scooters. Experts will present on topics including European regulations, real-world fire risks, and recent experimental research.

Organizer

IEA EV TCP Task 49

Content Description

The programme also covers fire safety in public transport and indoor bike parking facilities. In addition, practical solutions for safe charging and storage of lithium-ion batteries will be discussed.

More information about the event.

Program

Presentations

  • Introduction to Task 49 "EV Fire Safety" scope and future workshops
    Carlo Mol – Task Manager IEA EV TCP – Task49 "EV Fire Safety"
  • Technical laws and regulations linked to battery fire safety of light electric vehicles
    Bram Rotthier – LEVA-EU
  • Railcar Passenger Safety During Electric E-mobility Vehicle Fires - Experiments and Recommendations
    Adam Barowy - UL Research Institutes - Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI)
  • From fire experiments to fire safety measures of bike parkings
    Ruud van Liempd – NIPV Safe charging and storage of li-ion batteries of e-bikes in cabinets Renee Pillen (Loxxer)

Target Audience

The workshop is aimed at policymakers, industry professionals, and researchers, as well as all people interested in improving safety and trust in light electric vehicles.

Participant Information

Interested to participate? Register now!

Contact Address

IRIS - Industrial Risk and Safety Solutions e.U.
Hannes Kern
Kernstockstraße 210
A-8250 Vorau
E-Mail: office@irisonline.at