New hybrid and CNG buses coming to Springfield area
21 July, 2024
The Sangamon Mass Transit District is receiving $17.8 million in federal funding to replace a fleet of older buses.
The Sangamon Mass Transit District is receiving $17.8 million in federal funding to replace a fleet of older buses.
Lextran announced the receipt of $4,223,340 in federal funding to purchase six new low-emission compressed natural gas buses.
The funds will allow Sun Metro to purchase new compressed natural gas buses and install new bus canopies.
The METRO team has selected Gillig and FAAC, respectively, to purchase these buses and the bus simulator.
This week, the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas celebrates 13 years of leadership in the renewable natural gas industry.
Columbus Power Producers project made possible via partnership with LS Power and support from local government.
In operation since July 2026, the facility turns landfill gas into renewable energy for the local community.
It includes one of Ontario’s newest and largest CNG fueling stations and fleets, and a CNG-certified maintenance shop.
This recognition of their leadership in helping scale RNG comes as diesel prices over $6/gallon are changing fuel economics.
The ABC applauds Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks and six other Representatives for urging EPA to expand RFS eligibility for renewable fuels.
