The North County Transit District (NCTD) in Oceanside, California, marked a significant milestone in its efforts towards a fully zero-emission bus fleet by breaking ground on a hydrogen fueling station at its West Bus Division. This station will support the agency's transition to using hydrogen fuel cell electric buses, which will make up around one-quarter of NCTD's fleet by 2025. NCTD plans to have its entire BREEZE bus fleet operating with zero emissions by 2040. Funding for the hydrogen fueling station project was obtained from various sources, including the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the California Energy Commission. Congressman Levin played a crucial role in securing $1.72 million in Community Project Funding for the project, which was complemented by a $6 million grant from the California Energy Commission. The project has received positive feedback and support from key figures like NCTD Board Chair Jewel Edson and NCTD CEO Shawn M. Donaghy, who praised the transition to cleaner and quieter zero-emission buses. The development of this infrastructure is seen as a step towards a more sustainable future for transportation in the region, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gases and improving air quality. Once completed, the hydrogen fueling station will enable NCTD to deploy hydrogen buses on BREEZE bus routes, benefiting communities in Oceanside, Vista, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, Camp Pendleton, and Fallbrook. The project signifies a collective effort towards environmental stewardship and green energy adoption in public transportation.