The North County Transit District (NCTD) in Oceanside, California, has initiated the development of a hydrogen fueling station at its West Bus Division as part of its strategy to transition the BREEZE bus fleet to zero-emission operations. The station, once completed, will have the capacity to fuel the agency’s hydrogen fuel cell electric buses, expected to make up a significant portion of NCTD's fleet by 2025. NCTD aims to achieve a fully zero-emission BREEZE fleet by 2040, supported by funding from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). This funding has also facilitated the purchase of hydrogen fuel cell electric buses and battery electric buses. The project, costing around $8 million, is financially backed by U.S. Rep. Mike Levin and the California Energy Commission. The completion of the fueling station is anticipated by summer 2025, enabling the deployment of hydrogen buses on routes serving numerous cities and communities. NCTD's Board Chair and CEO have emphasized the transformative impact of introducing hydrogen buses on service reliability and air quality. Additionally, plans include exploring the possibility of a hydrogen-powered rail system. The project has garnered support from various entities, including Congressman Levin, the FTA, and the California Energy Commission, reflecting a collaborative effort towards sustainable transportation solutions for the region.