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ro-emission buses and the construction of related infrastructure, such as charging stations. The ZETF helps communities reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, which accounts for about 25% of Canada’s total emissions. By encouraging the shift to zero-emis - sion transit, the ZETF helps reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to Canada’s goal of net-zero emis - sions by 2050. It also promotes healthier communities and can lead to long-term operational cost savings for transit operators. With the help of the ZETF grant, Langs began transitioning their fleet of diesel school buses to electric ones in 2023. Langs bus - es come from Lion Electric, a Canadian company specializing in building electric buses and other commercial vehicles designed to produce zero tailpipe emissions, contributing to cleaner air and a more sustainable environment. Their buses include wide aisles, composite bodies, and modular skirt designs for improved safety and comfort. By 2024, Langs had 70 electric school buses in operation. They will continue transitioning to electric school buses as their diesel buses age out after a 12-year life span. “Our goal is to transition many more buses to electric by 2027,” adds Kevin. Transitioning a bus fleet from diesel to electric is a multifaceted process that requires careful planning and execution. For example, electric buses require specific infrastructure for charging, which includes installing charging stations at various depots.
Currently, Langs Bus Lines has five charging locations. The shift to electric buses also requires special training for drivers to under- stand the operational differences of the vehicles and for mainte- nance staff to learn about electric propulsion systems and battery management. Electric school buses produce zero tailpipe emis- sions, significantly reducing students’ exposure to harmful pollut - ants. The absence of engine noise in electric buses creates a quieter environment, allowing students to converse, read, or relax without the typical rumble of diesel engines. While the buses may sound and run differently, they are the same standardized colour of yellow, which is synonymous with school transportation safety and is now a legal requirement for school buses in Canada. “The shift to electric vehicles is coming, and we’re committed to leading that transformation,” says Kevin. “By embracing this change now, we aim to be at the forefront of sus- tainable transportation.” Langs Bus Lines is living up to its exceptional standard of safe- ty and not just for the valuable lives they transport every day. “We’re proud of what we have accomplished so far,” Kevin shares. “We now have buses that are electric and environmen- tally friendly. We’re doing what we can to protect our community and our planet.”
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