Clean Energy Wins Contract to Build Hydrogen Fueling Station for Riverside Transit Agency in California
Key Ideas
- Clean Energy, the largest provider of clean fuel, has secured a contract to design and construct a hydrogen fueling station for Riverside Transit Agency in California.
- The station will support RTA's transition to a zero-emission vehicle fleet, with plans to operate over 100 hydrogen-powered buses in the next decade.
- This project signifies a significant step towards decarbonizing transportation and fostering cleaner communities in Riverside County.
- The awarding of the contract reflects Clean Energy's expertise in the hydrogen fueling space and commitment to providing reliable clean energy solutions for long-distance public transit routes.
Clean Energy, a leading provider of clean fuel, has been awarded a contract to build a state-of-the-art hydrogen fueling station for Riverside Transit Agency in California. The station will not only design and construct the facility but also supply hydrogen and provide maintenance services. RTA plans to initially operate five fuel cell buses and expand to a fleet of over 100 hydrogen-powered buses in the coming years, highlighting their commitment to transitioning to a zero-emission vehicle fleet. The choice of hydrogen as a clean alternative fuel aligns with RTA's goal of serving their community cleanly while addressing the challenges posed by their high-mileage transit bus routes. Clean Energy's senior vice president, Chad Lindholm, emphasized the reliability of hydrogen for long routes and the station's role in supporting RTA's long-term environmental goals. Riverside Transit Agency's Board Chair, Jeremy Smith, highlighted the project as a crucial milestone towards achieving a zero-emission vehicle fleet. The hydrogen station project is part of RTA's broader plan to transition its bus fleet to zero-emissions vehicles, with funding secured from the U.S. Department of Transportation. This initiative showcases Clean Energy's leadership in the hydrogen fueling space and its contribution to advancing clean energy solutions for public transportation. The completion of a similar hydrogen station project for Foothill Transit Agency in Pomona, CA, further solidifies Clean Energy's position as a key player in promoting environmental sustainability in the transportation sector.