The mass transit provider has approved the purchase of ten fuel cell electric buses in order to 'evaluate the technology' across its entire network.
The company said these buses will allow SEPTA to evaluate this technology it develops plans for a zero-emission bus fleet.Sign up for NBC Philadelphia newsletters.
“Over the last two decades, SEPTA has led the transit industry in transitioning to hybrid buses, and that has resulted in a fleet that is cleaner and more efficient to operate,” said SEPTA Board Chairman Pasquale Deon, in a statement. “With this pilot program for fuel cell electric buses, we will similarly be on the cutting edge of zero-emission technology.
Hydrogen buses offer similar range and performance as diesel-hybrid buses with quieter operation, lower maintenance costs, and less than half the lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions, SEPTA said. “As part of our strategic plan, SEPTA Forward, we are embracing new technologies that will help us reduce emissions for the communities that we serve,” said SEPTA general manager and CEO Leslie Richards. “We are excited to move forward with this purchase and the evaluation of FCEBs as we advance our Zero Emission Bus Fleet initiative.”
SEPTA is exploring the new buses for operation across the entire bus network. More details on the plan for the new equipment is available
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