The Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) has entered into a professional services agreement with the Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to further CCRTA's efforts to transition to a low- or zero-emissions bus fleet.
Through a partnership with CTE, CCRTA can begin the process of performing the necessary zero-emission feasibility assessments to develop a low- or no-emission fleet transition plan. Professionally developed feasibility studies and transitions plans are needed to ensure that CCRTA is making sound operational and financially sustainable decisions as to the organization transitions to a zero-emission fleet.
“With the new Bipartisan Infrastructure Law that was signed in November, CCRTA could receive additional investments for zero-emission vehicles as we work towards a greener infrastructure and fleet. By partnering with CTE, we will have an industry expert who can help ensure that we meet all requirements in our planning and applications,” said CCRTA CEO Jorge G. Cruz-Aedo.
The partnership between CCRTA and CTE will leave a positive impact within the communities that CCRTA serves.
“Low- or no-emission public transportation would help clean our region’s air and reduce our carbon footprint. Current and future generations of community members would benefit from improved air quality,” said Dan Leyendecker, CCRTA Board chair.
