Abstract:

This curriculum introduces key concepts and ideas relevant to fleet-wide technology transitions to soot-free and zero-emission buses. The overarching goal is to build capacity for local bus operators and transit authorities, in addition to sharing best practices and helping facilitate the growth of a global community of bus fleet operators and transit authorities. The presentations are targeted at transit authorities and operators who plan on making a bus purchase decision. Additionally, this curriculum will share knowledge and key messages with city officials who have the decision-making power to design and implement transit policies. 

Module 0. Preface

Module 1. Benefits of soot-free and zero-emission urban bus fleets

Module 2a. Soot-free and zero-emission technology pathways: Internal combustion engines

Module 2b. Soot-free and zero-emission technology pathways: Zero-emission buses

Module 3. Infrastructural considerations for soot-free and zero-emission technological pathways

Module 4. Fleet-wide planning for ​soot-free and zero-emission​ urban bus fleets

Module 5. Pilot and demonstration projects in the soot-free and zero-emission urban bus fleet technology transition

Module 6. Financing the soot-free and zero-emission urban bus fleet technology transition

Module 7. Policy context to ​support the technology transition