Summary
New South Wales (NSW) will run all its electric buses, trains, and light rail on 100% renewable energy starting in July 2027. The state government signed a $1.9 billion, seven-year contract with Snowy Energy to supply this clean energy, aiming to cut emissions and save money on power costs.
Key Facts
- NSW signed a $1.9 billion deal with Snowy Energy to power public transport with renewable energy from July 2027 to 2034.
- This will cover electric buses, trains, and light rail services across the state.
- The deal is expected to save NSW about $130 million in transport power bills.
- Renewable energy sources include wind, solar, and hydroelectric power matched through certificates, which track green energy use.
- The contract aims to cut over 800,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions yearly compared to using normal electricity.
- Transport for NSW uses nearly as much power as all other state public agencies combined.
- NSW plans to reduce emissions from its public transport by 65% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2035.
- The government ordered over 500 electric buses, with plans to replace the current diesel fleet of 8,000 vehicles fully.
