In July 2019 BC Transit announced its Low Carbon Fleet Program which aligns with the Province’s CleanBC Plan and legislation in the Climate Change Accountability Act.
Central to the Low Carbon Fleet Program is a fleet replacement strategy to replace existing buses and expand the fleet using GHG reducing technology.
BC Transit’s Role
BC Transit is proud to work to CleanBC climate action goals, with Provincial support and Government of Canada funding programs designed to help public transit fleets transition to electrification.
Electric Buses
BC Transit is using a phased approach to bringing in electric buses. Phase one includes purchasing and deploying 131 electric buses. Phase one is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. Planning for phase two is starting to get underway and is expected to run approximately from 2027 to 2032.
Hybrid Buses
BC Transit intends to procure approximately 105 heavy duty hybrid buses as part of the transition to lower emissions. Hybrid buses will help more communities realize reductions in GHG emissions, achieve quieter operations on city streets, use less fuel, and experience electric technology while preparing for zero-emission vehicles.
Alternative Fuels
To support greenhouse gas reductions with the combustion fleet, BC Transit continues to incorporate the use of Hydrogenated Derived Renewable Diesel (HDRD). This fuel can be used in regular diesel engines and significantly reduces GHG emissions.
