Fort Lauderdale Net Zero Plan 2025

68  ROADMAP TO NET ZERO

ACTION 20 Support the conversion of public transit to electric fleet in alignment with 2030 Broward County fleet electrification goals. Priority Level: 2 Timeframe: Medium term GHG Impact: High Funding: FTA grant programs, FDOT grants City Partners: City of Fort Lauderdale Transportation and Mobility Department, Broward County, South Florida Regional Transit Authority Initial Cost: High Life-Cycle Cost: Low Additional Community Cost: Low ROI: Medium LOE: High Social Impact: Medium Strategic Priority Alignment: Infrastructure and resilience

Co-Benefits: Improved public health and safety, improved air quality, increased cost savings Performance Metrics: Percentage of the public transit fleet converted to EVs annually Implementation:  Prepare routes and schedules to allow for EV charging needs.  Expedite permitting processes for EVCS installation.

 Partner with the County to install EVCS and strategically place fast chargers along key transit corridors.  Partner with the County to apply for state or federal funding to support fleet electrification and charging infrastructure.  Provide specialized training for transit operators and maintenance teams.  Engage with riders to promote awareness and public support for electric transit solutions.

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