Gillig Leads Clean-Energy Vehicle Projects Across 47 States
Key Ideas
- Gillig, based in Livermore, is a key partner in over two-thirds of the $1.5 billion FTA grants for low- and no-emission projects in 47 states.
- The company's partnership with more than 48 communities highlights its commitment to quality and reliability in the public transit sector.
- Gillig's involvement in these projects showcases its expertise in developing various clean-energy buses, including hydrogen fuel cell buses.
- The federal funding supports public transit agencies in transitioning to low- and zero-emission vehicles, infrastructure, and workforce development.
Gillig, a Livermore-based manufacturer of heavy-duty transit buses, is playing a significant role in clean-energy vehicle projects across the United States. The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) granted over $1.5 billion for low- and no-emission projects in 47 states, with Gillig leading partnerships in two-thirds of these grants. Bill Fay, Gillig's Vice President, expressed excitement about empowering communities to invest in sustainable transit systems. The company's collaboration with more than 48 communities aims to drive America towards a more sustainable future. Gillig's involvement in developing compressed natural gas (CNG), hybrid-electric, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell buses reflects its leadership in clean-energy technology. The federal program supports public transit agencies in acquiring eco-friendly buses, constructing infrastructure, and enhancing the workforce for this transition, emphasizing the importance of sustainability in the transportation sector.