Town of Cochrane

The Town of Cochrane manages Cochrane On-Demand Local Transit (COLT), an on-demand transit service. Launched in 2009, COLT's service model enables residents to request transit services for 152 defined stops using a mobile application. The model differs from traditional bus services as users can request a ride anytime, similar to requesting a ride-sharing service. Cochrane implemented the shared service model to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, while providing a cost-effective way for residents to travel. COLT's integration with Southland Transportation provides regional transit services between Cochrane and Calgary. This collaboration is expected to remove around 275 commuter vehicles from the road and reduce GHG emissions by 1,265 tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO₂) annually.

Path to net zero

Town of Cochrane Zero Emissions Bus Fleet Implementation and Rollout Plan

The Town of Cochrane has retained CUTRIC to develop a Full-Fleet Zero Emissions Bus Implementation Plan for the municipality. The Plan assesses the economic, technological and environmental benefits and risks associated with facilitating a transition to a zero emissions fleet of vehicles. This study focuses on battery electric buses (BEBs). Currently, there are limited hydrogen fuel cell electric buses (FCEBs) available in the range of size used by Cochrane (25-foot to 30-foot range).