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In the MediaA robust Hydrogen strategy will help Ontario transition from gasoline
Transportation is at the centre of the pollution puzzle in most Canadian provinces. In Ontario, the transportation sector consumes 38 per cent of the province’s entire fuel and energy sector. According to the government’s own statistics, gasoline and diesel dominate, representing nearly 85 per cent of total transportation fuels used in 2015. As gasoline prices rise […]
CUTRIC supports low-emission transit in Brampton and Burlington
Brampton, July 5, 2022 – Since inception, the Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) has advocated for robust climate action plans that are supported by varying levels of government. As the climate emergency continues to grow across Canada, building a cleaner, healthier, and stronger eco-system and infrastructure has become vital to improve the […]
CUTRIC Report Reveals Renewable Natural Gas as a Solution to Decarbonizing Transit Fleets in Canada
June 30, 2022, TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) is excited to announce the publication of a research report that studies an alternative solution to carbon intensive, diesel-powered vehicles.This report explores a cleaner and cheaper transit solution using renewable natural gas (RNG) as a fuel to operate compressed natural […]
CUTRIC REPORT REVEALS MORE PLANNING AND SUPPORT NEEDED FOR CANADA TO MEET ITS ZERO-EMISSION BUS TARGETS
June 10, 2022, TORONTO, ON – The Canadian Urban Transit Research & Innovation Consortium (CUTRIC) is proud to announce the publication of the highly anticipated analysis and review of the Canadian zero-emission bus (ZEB) landscape. This report quantifies the readiness of transit agencies and municipalities across the country and explores whether Canada’s ZEB targets will […]
DR. JOSIPA PETRUNIC, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE CANADIAN URBAN TRANSIT RESEARCH & INNOVATION CONSORTIUM (CUTRIC), RELEASED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT CONGRATULATING THE NEWLY RE-ELECTED PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT.
CUTRIC congratulates Premier Doug Ford and the Progressive Conservative Party of Ontario on another term in office in the 43rd Parliament of Ontario. We look forward to working with Premier Doug Ford and all the Members of the Provincial Parliament to deliver zero emissions and low-carbon transit to communities across the province. This election […]
DR. JOSIPA PETRUNIC, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE CANADIAN URBAN TRANSIT RESEARCH & INNOVATION CONSORTIUM, RELEASED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT RELATED TO THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT’S BUDGET 2022
The Ontario Government announced funding for transit agencies that have suffered during the pandemic and since with low ridership. As a consortium dedicated to advancing mobility and transportation solutions required for a low-carbon economy, we welcome the provincial government’s commitment to build and expand transit to communities across the province. As part of rebuilding Ontario’s […]
DR. JOSIPA PETRUNIC, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF THE CANADIAN URBAN TRANSIT RESEARCH & INNOVATION CONSORTIUM, RELEASED THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT RELATED TO THE ONTARIO GOVERNMENT’S BUDGET 2022
The Ontario Government announced funding for transit agencies that have suffered during the pandemic and since with low ridership. As a consortium dedicated to advancing mobility and transportation solutions required for a low-carbon economy, we welcome the provincial government’s commitment to build and expand transit to communities across the province. As part of rebuilding Ontario’s […]
In the MediaWhat You Can Expect at CUTRIC’s Low Carbon Smart Mobility and Smart Rail Conference
Learn About CUTRIC’s Upcoming Conference!
Best Practices & Key Considerations for Transit Electrification
Over the past five years, CUTRIC has successfully established itself as a Canadian leader in electric bus technology and research, as well as financial innovation and knowledge. CUTRIC has worked with a number of Canadian transit agencies in preparation for transit electrification. Through this experience, our consultants have conducted an immense amount of research […]
Take a Look Inside Canada’s Landmark Zero Emission Transit Fund (ZETF)
Public transit is a fact of life for millions of Canadians, whether we live in the country’s largest cities or smallest municipalities. In the not-too-distant future, transit riders from coast to coast could be utilizing zero emission vehicles for the vast majority of their commuting. While that may have seemed ambitious even a generation […]
Knowledge Series: Canadian ZEB Database™ Report
In Canada, zero-emission bus (ZEB) technology is gaining traction as the desire to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the transportation sector increases. Currently, transportation is responsible for 25 per cent of Canada’s overall GHG emissions. ZEB technology offers transit agencies a system that has cleaner in-carbon air quality, reduced noise pollution, and the […]
Using Renewable Natural Gas as a Transit Fuel Solution in Alberta
Electric vehicles have been given a significant amount of attention in recent years. Due to the rising demand for action against pollution and climate change caused by fossil fuel-powered vehicles. As public transit is one of the most important modes of transportation in large cities, it is important to consider the available alternatives for […]
Five Key Utility Strategies for Transportation Electrification in Canada
As Canadian transit agencies focus their efforts on fleet electrification, the need to develop strong relationships with utilities and power providers is more evident than ever. Utilities in Canada play a crucial role in ensuring the success and sustainability of electrification initiatives. While there are a few utility-led transportation electrification strategies that exist in […]
What You Can Expect at CUTRIC’s Low Carbon Smart Mobility and Smart Rail Conference
Learn About CUTRIC’s Upcoming Conference!
Best Practices & Key Considerations for Transit Electrification
Over the past five years, CUTRIC has successfully established itself as a Canadian leader in electric bus technology and research, as well as financial innovation and knowledge. CUTRIC has worked with a number of Canadian transit agencies in preparation for transit electrification. Through this experience, our consultants have conducted an immense amount of research […]
Take a Look Inside Canada’s Landmark Zero Emission Transit Fund (ZETF)
Public transit is a fact of life for millions of Canadians, whether we live in the country’s largest cities or smallest municipalities. In the not-too-distant future, transit riders from coast to coast could be utilizing zero emission vehicles for the vast majority of their commuting. While that may have seemed ambitious even a generation […]
A robust Hydrogen strategy will help Ontario transition from gasoline
Transportation is at the centre of the pollution puzzle in most Canadian provinces. In Ontario, the transportation sector consumes 38 per cent of the province’s entire fuel and energy sector. According to the government’s own statistics, gasoline and diesel dominate, representing nearly 85 per cent of total transportation fuels used in 2015. As gasoline prices rise […]
