Greener Rides on Our Electric Buses! ⚡️🚌

Summary

In this video, Shakib, a bus captain with SMRT, highlights Singapore's efforts to make public transportation more environmentally friendly with the introduction of electric buses. Since April 2020, 60 electric buses have been deployed, significantly reducing CO2 emissions. These buses, quieter and more eco-friendly than diesel ones, can be quickly charged during short layovers using overhead pantograph chargers. Shakib explains the benefits of these buses, including cleaner air and smoother journeys. With Singapore's goal of reaching 100% cleaner energy by 2040, the initiative contributes to a greener future for both residents and visitors.

Takeaways

• 😀 Electric buses are a greener mode of transport with a low carbon footprint.
• 😀 Singapore has deployed 60 electric buses since April 2020, contributing to a greener transportation system.
• 😀 Of the 60 electric buses, 50 are single-deck and 10 are double-deck buses.
• 😀 Some of these electric buses charge using pantograph chargers, which deliver high power for faster charging.
• 😀 The pantograph chargers allow the buses to charge during a 10 to 15-minute layover, providing enough battery for the next trip.
• 😀 A 15-minute charge enables the electric buses to travel up to 48 kilometers.
• 😀 Electric buses are quieter than conventional diesel buses, improving the experience for riders and people living near bus routes.
• 😀 The electric buses emit fewer emissions compared to diesel buses, contributing to cleaner air.
• 😀 The deployment of 60 electric buses will reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 7,800 tons annually, equivalent to the emissions of 1,700 cars.
• 😀 Singapore is committed to achieving 100% cleaner energy for public transport by 2040.
• 😀 Riding public transport, especially electric buses, helps contribute to the green movement and a more sustainable future.

Q & A

What makes buses an environmentally friendly mode of transport?

Buses are considered environmentally friendly because they have a low carbon footprint, making them a greener transportation option compared to other vehicles.

How is Singapore making buses even greener?

Singapore is making buses greener by introducing electric buses, which are more environmentally friendly than conventional diesel buses.

How many electric buses are currently deployed in Singapore?

As of now, 60 electric buses have been deployed in Singapore since April 2020, including 50 single-deck and 10 double-deck buses.

What is a pantograph charger, and how does it work?

A pantograph charger is an overhead charging system that provides high power for faster charging of electric buses. It enables the buses to charge during their 10-15 minute layover at interchanges, giving them enough battery power for their next trip.

How long does it take to charge an electric bus using pantograph chargers, and how far can they travel after a charge?

It takes about 15 minutes to charge an electric bus using pantograph chargers, and the buses can travel up to 48 kilometers on a full charge.

What is the benefit of electric buses being quieter than conventional diesel buses?

The quieter nature of electric buses improves the experience for passengers and also benefits people who live, walk, or cycle near bus routes by reducing noise pollution.

How do electric buses reduce air pollution compared to diesel buses?

Electric buses emit fewer pollutants than diesel buses, contributing to cleaner air in urban environments.

How much CO2 emissions will be reduced annually with the 60 electric buses deployed in Singapore?

The deployment of 60 electric buses will reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 7,800 tons annually, which is equivalent to the annual CO2 emissions of 1,700 cars.

What is Singapore's goal regarding cleaner energy by 2040?

Singapore aims to have 100% cleaner energy by 2040, further supporting sustainability and reducing environmental impact.

How can people contribute to the green movement in Singapore?

People can contribute to the green movement by taking public transport, which helps reduce carbon emissions and supports the use of environmentally friendly transportation like electric buses.