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project info
Start date: 13 October 2023
End date: 31 December 2026
funding
Fund: Just Transition Fund (JTF)
Total budget: 1 947 130,00 €
EU contribution: 973 565,00 € (50%)
programme
Programming period: 2021-2027
European Commission Topic
European Commission Topic

Electric Bus Routes

The Decarbonization of Rural Bus Routes project, under the EU Just Transition Fund Implementation Plan (Action 3.1), aims to transition Transport for Ireland (TFI) Local Link rural bus services to a low-/zero-emission fleet. This initiative will see the installation of new fast/very fast electric charging infrastructure at key locations and the procurement of electric battery buses (EBBs) to enhance sustainable mobility. The project aligns with national strategies, including the Climate Action Plan, National Sustainable Mobility Plan, Our Rural Future Development Policy, and the Connecting Ireland Rural Mobility Plan, which seeks to expand public transport accessibility in rural areas. Additionally, the project includes training for bus drivers on efficient electric vehicle operation. Implemented in three phases—Route Assessment, Procurement, and Build & Handover—this intervention supports Ireland’s commitment to sustainable transport while improving connectivity and accessibility in rural communities.

Flag of Ireland  Multiple locations, Ireland