SEPTA Retires Last Diesel Bus
With the retirement of the diesel buses, the authority transitions to a fleet comprised entirely of state-of-the-art electric and hybrid models.
With the retirement of the diesel buses, the authority transitions to a fleet comprised entirely of state-of-the-art electric and hybrid models.
The GILLIG hydrogen fuel cell bus, which is currently in development with BAE System and Ballard Power Systems, will provide transit agencies with zero-emission operational range, rapid refueling capabilities, and reliable performance in diverse climates and terrains.
In accordance with NJ TRANSIT’s 10-Year Strategic Plan, “NJT2030,” the Sustainability Plan prioritizes environmental responsibility while also highlighting deliverable benefits to customers in the communities it serves.
As previously disclosed, the company was initially notified by Nasdaq on October 24, 2023 that the company was not in compliance with the Bid Price Requirement for a period of 30 consecutive business days.
The fleet enhancements are at the forefront of Metro's sustainability efforts, which reflect a continued strategy toward greener, more efficient transit operations.
The agencies participate in FTA's Sustainable Transit for a Healthy Planet Climate Challenge, which encourages transit leaders to take bold actions and prioritize investments to help tackle the climate crisis.
The plan identifies short- and long-term steps PRT can take to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, production of greenhouse gases, and the negative environmental impacts they create.
Evans is responsible for leading the national bus practice for transit and rail and for developing strategies associated with WSP’s thought leadership and emerging technologies.
Last week, tests were conducted on the electric trains, overhead contact system, grounding, bonding, and existing infrastructure, specifically in the final segment from San Francisco to Millbrae.
To further reduce emissions, the agency will produce a portion of the daily energy required to charge the rapid transit vehicles from the solar panels on top of IndyGo’s West Campus facility.
The step marks progress toward the company’s long-range goal of eliminating emissions used to power Amtrak’s trains.
The pilot, which includes 15 Ford electric vans and costs approximately $3 million, will begin making trips throughout the five boroughs today.
The milestone achievement in the Caltrain Electrification Project signifies major progress in expanding the agency’s ability to test electric trains at full speed along the corridor and prepare for electrified revenue service in September 2024.
The "Climate Benefits of Transit in Northern Virginia" report concludes that while personal vehicles are a major cause of pollution, riding trains and buses can mitigate these emissions.
In a Q&A with Amanda DeGiorgi, sr. director, zero emissions fleet and facilities, at HNTB, she speaks about hurdles in implementation, the recent supply issues, the growth of hydrogen, and much more.
The grant funds are provided through the FTA’s competitive 2023 Low or No Emission and Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program, which is funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
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