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SEARCHThe groundbreaking collaboration enhances the TTC's ability to optimize its electric bus charging operations, supporting the agency's goal of transitioning to a 100% zero-emission bus fleet by 2040.
TTC's new charge management system leverages the BetterFleet charge management platform integrated with ABB E-mobility chargers and will enable optimized charging sequences and dynamic load management.
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The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and PowerON Energy Solutions, in collaboration with BetterFleet, successfully implemented a smart charge management solution for the TTC's electric buses.
The groundbreaking collaboration enhances the TTC's ability to optimize its electric bus charging operations, supporting the agency's goal of transitioning to a 100% zero-emission bus fleet by 2040.
The implementation is part of PowerON Energy Solutions' comprehensive partnership with the TTC as their turnkey provider for electrification infrastructure.
PowerON has engaged industry leaders BetterFleet and ABB E-mobility as subcontractors to deliver this smart charging solution.
"Our partnership with PowerON is vital to the TTC's goal of being completely zero-emissions by 2040," said Greg Percy, TTC Interim CEO. "We are proud to be paving the way for transit electrification across North America, and bringing new, clean, quiet vehicles to customers and employees across the city of Toronto."
The new charge management system leverages the BetterFleet charge management platform integrated with ABB E-mobility chargers and will enable optimized charging sequences and dynamic load management.
The technology will ensure that power is allocated efficiently to the right electric buses, helping to meet operational needs while minimizing energy costs. The system was supported by Natural Resources Canada through a $2.5 million contribution under the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration Program.
"Working with PowerON, the TTC — one of the largest transit agencies in North America — and ABB E-mobility has been a tremendous opportunity for BetterFleet to showcase the efficiency and impact of dynamic load management and sequential charging," added Daniel Hilson, CEO of BetterFleet. "This project sets a new standard for transit agencies across North America working toward zero-emission goals."
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