Rhode Island places order for electric bus fleet

Through the deployment, Rhode Island Public Transit Authority aims to advance its green initiative to reduce transit operating costs and environmental impact, making the state more sustainable.

Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has placed an order for 14 battery-electric, zero-emission transit buses and charging infrastructure.

The purchase was made through the Connecticut Department of Transportation contract and marks RIPTA’s first order of NFI zero-emission buses and infrastructure.

In addition to battery-electric, zero-emission Xcelsior Charge 40-foot heavy-duty transit buses, the order includes five ABB 50kWh depot chargers from NFI Infrastructure Solutions to support battery-electric bus deployment in the Rhode Island region.

Green initiative

Based in Providence, RIPTA provides public transportation in the State of Rhode Island and delivers more than 11.25 million annual bus rides on 55 bus routes.

Through the deployment, RIPTA aims to advance its green initiative to reduce transit operating costs and environmental impact, ultimately making the state more sustainable.

“RIPTA is counting on NFI’s advanced mobility and infrastructure solutions to enable the transition to zero-emission at scale,” said Chris Stoddart, president, North American Bus and Coach.

“Our battery-electric buses deliver immediate emissions reduction which helps fulfil RIPTA’s commitment to sustainability. Together, we are reducing greenhouse gases, providing cleaner air, and working to create healthier communities.”

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