Friday 10 July 2020

First electric double-decker bus fleet arrives in Birmingham

First electric double-decker bus fleet arrives in Birmingham

An electric double-decker bus fleet will soon travel the streets of Birmingham.

Transport operator National Express and energy storage company Zenobe Energy have partnered to develop what is claimed to be the 'first electric fleet of double-decker buses' for commuters.

The joint project will bring a total of 19 double-decker electric buses to the area and aims to improve the air quality of the second-largest city in England.

According to reports, Birmingham’s air pollution contributes to 900 premature deaths every year.

Martin Hancock, National Express Bus, Development Director, said: “In our ambition to become the UK’s most sustainable bus company, National Express West Midlands has set itself the bold target of having a fully zero-emission fleet by 2030."

Steven Meersman, Co-Founder of Zenobe Energy, commented: “We are delighted to see our partnership with National Express help improve air quality in Birmingham, our partner’s home city. Our solution is helping Birmingham and National Express meet net zero commitments, reduce pollution and ultimately save lives.”

Written by

Bruna Pinhoni

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