Clean Buses East Conference
Join our team at the 2024 Clean Buses East event. Zero-emission buses are witnessing a surge in demand, driven by bold targets, strong policies and regulations, and funding support. Our GenH2 team will be onsite to discuss how our products can sustain these fleets in the clean energy economy.
The US administration aims to transition to a 100 percent clean, ZEB fleet by replacing 50,000 diesel transit vehicles to achieve the climate goal of net zero by 2050. Currently, a little more than 5,500 full-size ZEBs are operating across the country. To achieve the target, regulations have been set and Federal funding is being made available through various programs including the Low-No Grants, the Bus and Bus Facilities Grants, the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ), and the Clean School Bus Program. Many state-level policies, introduced in the past few years, have also contributed to the growth in demand for ZEBs.
As transit agencies and operators expand ZEB fleets, there are several challenges that need to be resolved. These pertain to drafting an optimal strategy for ZEB deployment, setting up of charging and fueling infrastructure, developing successful partnerships with utilities, performance of ZEBs in extreme weather conditions, overcoming range anxiety, training and upskilling the workforce, prioritizing equity and inclusivity, and so on. Moreover, supply has been slow to meet the increasing demand.
Despite these real challenges, transit agencies are determined to transition to a zero-emission future. The industry is also making concerted efforts to step up supply, improve technology, spread awareness and provide training. These initiatives coupled with the government’s clear vision to transition to a clean fleet are expected to lead to significant growth in ZEB deployment in the US.
To discuss these developments, challenges and opportunities, Global Mass Transit is organizing its second conference on “Clean Buses – East”, on June 25-26, 2024 at The Westin Washington, DC Downtown.
