UK consultation confirmed 2030 as earliest end date for new non-zero emission bus sales - Sustainable Bus

"The UK aims to end the sale of new non-zero emission buses by 2030 at the earliest, as part of the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill."

"Responses to the consultation showed a majority of support for a clear deadline on non-ZEB sales, emphasizing the need for public funding and infrastructure."

"Manufacturers favored earlier phase-out dates compared to operators, who cited operational and cost-related challenges in transitioning to zero-emission buses."

"The consultation received 45 responses, with 2030 commonly preferred by stakeholders for the end of new non-ZEB sales, amid calls for tailored approaches based on fleet profiles."

The UK government aims to end the sale of new non-zero emission buses (non-ZEBs) by 2030 at the earliest as part of the Bus Services (No. 2) Bill. A consultation received 45 responses, primarily from manufacturers and operators, with most in favor of a clear end date for non-ZEB sales. Support for a deadline emphasized the importance of public funding and necessary infrastructure. Manufacturers preferred earlier phase-out dates compared to operators. The government is assessing the decarbonisation of coaches and minibuses, with no specific dates proposed yet.

Read at Sustainable Bus