ZEBTEC #4: Strengthening the ZEB Supply Chain: Industrial R&D and Federal Investment Strategy
A resilient zero-emission future requires a secure domestic supply chain. This session addresses the geopolitical and industrial challenges facing the ZEB sector, from critical mineral sourcing to domestic assembly capacity. We will analyze the impact of recent Federal investment strategies and trade policies (including CUSMA/USMCA implications) on Canadian manufacturing competitiveness. Stakeholders from government and industry […]
ZEBTEC #3: International perspectives on Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus deployment
While battery-electric remains dominant, Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Buses (FCEBs) are proving essential for long-range and high-intensity routes. This session benchmarks Canada’s progress—specifically the Pan-Canadian Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Demonstration—against mature hydrogen ecosystems in Europe and California. Discussion topics include the economics of green vs. blue hydrogen production, the technical challenges of on-site fueling […]
ZEBTEC #2: From “testing grounds” to scalable models: Pilot projects and EaaS considerations
Transit agencies are moving from small-scale pilots of 2–4 buses to full-fleet electrification, requiring a complete paradigm shift in infrastructure planning. This session explores the financial and logistical leap required to scale, with a special focus on Energy as a Service (EaaS) models. We will examine how third-party ownership of charging infrastructure can de-risk public investment, reduce […]
ZEBTEC #1: The Great Transition: Lessons from a Half-Decade of Deployment
As Canada approaches the 2026 milestone for zero-emission transit adoption, this session unpacks the hard-won data and operational realities of the last five years. Moving beyond theoretical modeling, we analyze empirical performance data from transit agencies that were early adopters of Battery Electric Buses (BEBs). Panelists will discuss the divergence between predicted vs. actual range, […]
ZEBTEC: November 20, 2025 1:00 – 2:30pm ET Rethinking Energy: Innovations Powering Canada’s Clean and Resilient Future
Decarbonizing Saskatoon: A Feasibility Study for Zero-Emission Transit
Join us for a detailed look at the Saskatoon Transit Full-fleet Zero-Emission Bus Implementation Plan—a comprehensive study by CUTRIC. We’ll present key findings from the report, covering the political, technical, social, and environmental factors shaping this critical transition. The presentation will detail the three proposed fleet transition scenarios: a full BEB solution, a full FCEB […]
Committee #8: ZEBTEC Meeting
The need for nationally coordinated efforts to collect and share data has never been greater. As a core value of CUTRIC, robust data collection and analysis shapes the way we make decisions and support public transit. In this session, we will present key findings from the latest Zero-Emission Bus Database Report, offering an updated snapshot […]
