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Clean Energy Fuels Corp. has been awarded a contract to design, build, and maintain a second hydrogen fueling station for Foothill Transit. The project expands a partnership of over two decades and supports the transit agency’s growing fleet of low-emission buses.
Key Highlights
- New Contract: Clean Energy will design, build, and maintain a new hydrogen fueling station for Foothill Transit.
- Location & Fleet: The station will be located at the Arcadia bus yard, servicing an initial order of 19 new hydrogen fuel cell buses.
- Project Cost: The $11.3 million design-build project is partially funded by federal and state grants.
- Existing Infrastructure: This is the second hydrogen station Clean Energy has built for Foothill Transit, with the first located in Pomona.
- Timeline: Construction on the new Arcadia station is scheduled to begin in mid-2026.
Project Details and Expansion
The new station will be constructed at Foothill Transit’s Arcadia bus yard, which also fuels the agency’s renewable natural gas (RNG) bus fleet. The facility is designed to store liquid hydrogen and dispense it in gaseous form to the new buses. The design phase is currently underway, with construction planned to start in mid-2026.
This development follows the successful launch of Foothill Transit’s first hydrogen station in Pomona, which was also built by Clean Energy and has been operational since June 2023. Clean Energy continues to manage the operations and maintenance of the Pomona station.
A Longstanding Partnership
Clean Energy and Foothill Transit have maintained a working relationship for over 20 years, collaborating on clean fuel infrastructure.
“We’ve had a longstanding relationship as trusted partners of Foothill Transit for over two decades,” said Chad Lindholm, senior vice president at Clean Energy. “We’re proud to support their transition to clean fuels – whether it’s RNG or hydrogen. Foothill continues to set the standard for sustainability in transit, and we’re excited to help expand their hydrogen infrastructure as they move proactively toward a zero-emissions future.”
Foothill Transit’s Sustainability Commitment
Foothill Transit serves more than 11 million passengers annually throughout the San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys and into downtown Los Angeles. The agency is a leader in sustainable transportation and operates California’s largest fleet of hydrogen fuel cell buses. With 33 zero-emission hydrogen buses already in service, the addition of the Arcadia station and new vehicles further solidifies its commitment to a zero-emissions future.
About Clean Energy Fuels Corp.
Clean Energy Fuels Corp. is the largest provider of clean fuel for the U.S. transportation market. The company focuses on decarbonizing transportation by developing and delivering renewable natural gas (RNG), a sustainable fuel produced from organic waste. Clean Energy operates an extensive network of fueling stations across the United States and Canada, enabling vehicles like city buses, airport shuttles, and heavy-duty trucks to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
For more information, visit www.cleanenergyfuels.com.
About Foothill Transit
Foothill Transit operates a fleet of 357 buses across 38 fixed routes, covering 327 square miles in Los Angeles County. The agency is dedicated to providing safe, efficient, and innovative public transportation. Customers can plan their travel by calling 1-800-RIDE-INFO or visiting a local Transit Store.
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