SamTrans Moves Forward with Hydrogen Fueling Station for 118-Unit Bus Fleet
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- SamTrans approves contracts with Trillium for a permanent hydrogen fueling station to support a fleet of 118 hydrogen fuel cell buses, replacing diesel vehicles.
- The agency's Innovative Clean Transit Plan aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by phasing out diesel and gasoline-powered buses for zero-emission alternatives.
- Trillium awarded $17.37 million for design and construction of the station, with an additional $2.97 million for maintenance services over a potential five-year term.
- SamTrans aims to become a regional leader in clean transportation by transitioning towards a zero-emission fleet to ensure cleaner air and healthier communities.
In a significant move towards cleaner and more sustainable public transportation, SamTrans, a Californian public transport agency, has given the green light for the development of a hydrogen fueling station at its North Base facility in South San Francisco. The station, which will be designed, constructed, and maintained by Trillium, is intended to support a fleet of 118 hydrogen fuel cell buses (FCEBs) that will gradually replace end-of-life diesel vehicles in the district's fleet. This decision comes as part of SamTrans' commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with the agency aiming to transition to zero-emission alternatives as outlined in its Innovative Clean Transit Plan. The approval of contracts totaling $20.34 million with Trillium signifies a significant investment in sustainable infrastructure. Chair Jeff Gee expressed the board's dedication to cleaner air and healthier communities through the transition to a zero-emission fleet. SamTrans' strategic approach not only prioritizes environmental health but also ensures reliable service for both current and future riders. The agency's proactive step towards clean transportation reinforces its position as a regional leader in promoting sustainable mobility solutions.
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