How a commercial vehicle fleet embraced electrification for long-term success
Oct. 11, 2022
100% zero emissions by 2035? That’s what Montgomery County, MD is driving toward. See how AlphaStruxure's 6.5 MW Microgrid with on-site renewables, and battery energy storage, can power 70 EV buses even when the main grid goes down.
When an extreme storm knocked out power in Montgomery County, Maryland, the local government saw an opportunity to strengthen the county’s energy resilience while pursuing its goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2035.
AlphaStruxure’s Energy as a Service model, and on-site Microgrid solution, helped Montgomery County embark on a bold sustainability journey to transition 70 diesel buses to electric — all with zero capital outlay and no risk.
On-site renewable energy and battery energy storage solutions provide peace of mind for the County’s 1.1M residents, ensuring buses can operate in the event of a grid outage.