Anaheim’s plan to operate California’s first all-electric bus fleet are being fueled with a $5 million grant from the California Energy Commission. The grant—provided by the California Energy Commission—will be used by the Anaheim Transportation Network (ATN) to acquire charging stations, batteries, and other solar infrastructure. It will also finance the purchase of a large solar panel canopy that will provide 25 percent of the total excepted energy consumption. “This investment will assist ATN in delivering an electric bus fleet that will not only benefit passengers but will also enhance the air quality of the entire region,” Diana Kotler, executive director of ATN, said in a Feb. 24 press release. “With a goal of becoming California’s first all-electric bus fleet by 2025, we are excited to be creating sustainable public transportation options to meet the transit demands of local residents, employees and visitors.” This isn’t the first time California Energy Commission …
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