Approximately three-quarters of the global vehicle fleet will be found in low- and middle-income countries by 2050.
To be able to reach our environmental goals, Sustainable Development Goals and agenda 2030, the e-mobility transition can not only focus on deployment and implementation strategies for developed regions. Without building a foundation and platform for sustainable transportation in emerging markets and developing countries, we are delaying the necessary...Approximately three-quarters of the global vehicle fleet will be found in low- and middle-income countries by 2050.
To be able to reach our environmental goals, Sustainable Development Goals and agenda 2030, the e-mobility transition can not only focus on deployment and implementation strategies for developed regions. Without building a foundation and platform for sustainable transportation in emerging markets and developing countries, we are delaying the necessary changes required to meet our goals.
Nairobi is known to be the fastest growing economic centre in East Africa. The city currently faces transport issues including pollution and congestion, affecting millions of people. Therefore Opibus/Roam has created a programme called “MACSU”. The aim of this programme is to create a platform for sustainable transportation focusing on busses and the public transport segment in Nairobi. These busses are responsible for a significant part of urban particle emissions and CO2 affecting the environment and the population's health.
The project will pilot ten electric buses locally designed and assembled, enabling job creation in R&D, production, and deployment. Charging stations will also be installed for high-power enroute charging as well as low-power destination/overnight charging. When the first phase has been completed, in this case the NCF project, the knowledge and information gathered during the initial phase will be used to further develop the MASCU- project. The ultimate goal is to have a massive uptake of electric mobility across sectors in Kenya and eventually export the concept to neighbouring countries.
The objective with this project is to mitigate GHG emission by delivering ten busses with eletric drive and in addition to have a supporting charging infrastructure network installed. The busses will be piloted in order to gather data regarding performance and payment methods. Piloting the busses will also enable a showcase for the technology in order to find new customers and increase the uptake of...The objective with this project is to mitigate GHG emission by delivering ten busses with eletric drive and in addition to have a supporting charging infrastructure network installed. The busses will be piloted in order to gather data regarding performance and payment methods. Piloting the busses will also enable a showcase for the technology in order to find new customers and increase the uptake of electric mobility.
The purpose of this project was to assess the most cost-effective way to develop and deploy electric buses in Nairobi's public transport system. The project focused on evaluating both the technical and financial viability to facilitate a rapid scale-up of electrifying public transport, ensuring all stakeholders benefit from the transition. Initially, the project aimed to convert second-hand buses to electric. However, after completing the first...The purpose of this project was to assess the most cost-effective way to develop and deploy electric buses in Nairobi's public transport system. The project focused on evaluating both the technical and financial viability to facilitate a rapid scale-up of electrifying public transport, ensuring all stakeholders benefit from the transition. Initially, the project aimed to convert second-hand buses to electric. However, after completing the first retrofitted bus, it became evident that this approach had limited potential for future mass adoption of electric buses. The project then pivoted to developing new electric buses that were locally manufactured. Localization offered significant benefits essential for future large-scale deployment. This shift led to the successful completion of the first locally manufactured electric bus in Kenya, which subsequently entered a pilot stage. Upon completion of the project's official timeline, live pilot data confirmed the project's thesis and established a solid foundation for future exploration. Engagement with all relevant stakeholders has ensured that the necessary steps are in place to scale up the project, aiming for a long-term positive impact on the local community.