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SEARCHWhile “alternative fuels” are now ubiquitous with transit, there are many options for transit operations to choose from and determining the right solution for the right route is now more important than ever.
Austin, Texas' CapMetro will share their experience with electric buses and more in METRO's informative webinar.
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METRO Magazine will present a new webinar, “Finding The Best ‘Alternative Fuel’ For Your Operation,” Wednesday, May 10 at 11 a.m. Pacific/2 p.m. Eastern.
While “alternative fuels” are now ubiquitous with transit, there are many options for transit operations to choose from and determining the right solution for the right route is now more important than ever.
In this informative webinar, a group of forward-thinking transit officials will discuss their usage of propane-, electric-, and hydrogen-fueled vehicles, as well as their journeys from the beginning to where they stand as of today. The webinar will also feature a consultant’s perspective on how to dive into the world outside of diesel.
Speakers for the event include:
Timothy Geibel, Executive Director, CATA and Venango County Transit, Franklin, Pa.
David Carr, Director, Zero Emissions Vehicle Program, Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, Texas
Roland Cordero, Director, Maintenance and Vehicle Technology, Foothill Transit
John Drayton, National Lead, Zero-Emission Mobility, at Burns Engineering
To register for this event, click here.
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