Advancing Clean Mobility: Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Bus Workforce Development for Transit Agencies [Research Brief]

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• Creators:
  Tummalapudi, Manideep ; Kumar, Shantanu ; Singh, Jaskaran
• Corporate Creators:
  San Jose State University. College of Business. Mineta Transportation Institute ; California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo ; California State University, Fresno
• Corporate Contributors:
  State of California SB1 2017/2018, Trustees of the California State University Sponsored Programs Administration ; United States. Department of Transportation. University Transportation Centers (UTC) Program ; United States. Department of Transportation. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology
• Subject/TRT Terms:
  • Literature reviews
  • Fuel cell vehicles
  • Workforce development
  • Transit personnel
  • Training programs
  • Zero emission vehicles
  • Hydrogen fuels
  • Transit operating agencies
  • Infrastructure
• Publication/ Report Number:
  2546
• Resource Type:
  Brief
• Geographical Coverage:
  United States ; California
• Edition:
  Research Brief
• Corporate Publisher:
  San Jose State University. College of Business. Mineta Transportation Institute
• Abstract:
  The transition to hydrogen fuel cell buses (FCEBs) in public transit is a critical strategy for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly in regions like California where transportation contributes a substantial share of total emissions. FCEBs represent a promising solution due to their zero tailpipe emissions, long operational range, and rapid refueling capabilities. However, this technological transition introduces significant workforce challenges. The existing transit workforce, already strained by labor shortages and retirements, must adapt to hydrogen-based technologies, and current training systems and workforce development strategies are not fully aligned with these needs. This study addresses a critical gap by examining the knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) required for FCEB operations and maintenance, assessing limitations in existing training frameworks, and identifying effective workforce development strategies. The findings provide actionable insights for transit agencies seeking to build a capable and sustainable workforce to support large-scale FCEB adoption.
• Format:
  PDF
• Download URL:
  https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/93255/dot_93255_DS1.pdf
• File Type:
  [PDF - 347.44 KB]
• Collection(s):
  University Transportation Centers
• Main Document Checksum:
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