First Bus completes Phase One of UK’s largest electric bus depot in Glasgow
First Glasgow's Caledonia bus depot is set to become the UK’s largest electric vehicle charging hub, with Phase One of the transformation now complete.
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First Glasgow's Caledonia bus depot is set to become the UK’s largest electric vehicle charging hub, with Phase One of the transformation now complete.
First Bus has recently announced that its Caledonia depot is to become the UK’s largest Electric Vehicle (EV) charging hub, marking a significant step towards the bus operator’s net zero targets, as well as the UK’s wider ambitions. Andrew Jarvis, Portfolio Managing Director, takes a deeper look at the project.
The new buses are said to be a statement of intent for the city’s transport, as they look to join the electric revolution to help meet their target of net zero emissions by 2030.
Andrew Jarvis, Managing Director for First Glasgow, discusses the initiatives being implemented across Glasgow to fight pollution, reduce congestion and encourage the use of public transport.
First Glasgow plans to invest millions in more low-emission vehicles, with additional funding granted from the Scottish Green Bus Fund.
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