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Abu Dhabi public transport's bus No.65 has been converted into an eco-friendly service, Abu Dhabi Mobility announced on Saturday, March 15. Route No.
65 will now be operated entirely by green buses, which will be powered by advanced technologies such as hydrogen and electric energy. The initiative contributes to reducing Abu Dhabi Mobility's environmental footprint and cutting carbon emissions while setting a new benchmark for sustainable urban mobility in the emirate. The transition is part of Abu Dhabi Mobility's ambitious strategic plan to transform Abu Dhabi into a Public Transport Green Zone by Year 2030.
Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Abu Dhabi Mobility aims to achieve an ambitious goal of decarbonisation by converting 50 per cent of the city's public transport to green alternatives.
This initiative will result in a reduction of 200 tonnes of carbon daily, equivalent to removing 14,700 cars off the roads. This step reflects Abu Dhabi Mobility's ongoing commitment to promoting sustainable environmental solutions and reducing emissions across the emirate. The operation of Bus Service No.
65 using only green buses serves one of the busiest routes on Abu Dhabi Island. As one of the most important public transport routes in the city, it connects Marina Mall to Al Reem Island, accommodating approximately 6,000 passengers daily and covering more than 2,000km per day. This highlights the importance of providing environmentally friendly transport solutions to serve this large number of passengers while ensuring their comfort.
Abu Dhabi Mobility continues its sustainability efforts by expanding the use of green buses to include other routes, such as Route 160, which connects Capital Park with Khalifa City, and Route A2, which links Abu Dhabi City to Zayed International Airport. These routes are part of an innovative transport strategy aimed at enhancing the public transport experience in Abu Dhabi. The green buses are powered by hydrogen and electric energy, utilising advanced battery technologies and hydrogen fuel cells to ensure zero-emission operations.
This technological shift reduces greenhouse gas emissions and operational energy consumption significantly. MENAFN16032025000049011007ID1109319764 Legal Disclaimer: MENAFN provides the information “as is” without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article.
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