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Utah Electrification News
Learn about latest developments in electric transportation, infrastructure, and energy across the state. Stay informed on projects, partnerships, and policies advancing Utah’s electrified future.
Electrified Short-Range Drayage Routes
October 25, 2024
¼ Mile (Drayage) Electrified Roadway: To improve the efficiency and performance of short-distance drayage routes, ASPIRE will install a dynamic charging system at the Utah Inland Port to demonstrate the capabilities of electrified port drayage and short-haul fleets. There will be two dynamic wireless power transfer (DWPT) systems, one co-developed with Purdue, and one utilizing…
Electrification Priorities for Consideration
October 25, 2024
The Utah Intelligent Electrified Transportation Action Plan, established in 2023 by SB125, is a living document and planning process. It is and will continue to be designed to identify market-driven electrification projects with scaled integration. As specified by Utah Code 53B-18-1805 and 53B-18-1806, the process incorporates the following priorities: Simultaneously manage stakeholder interests while building…
Addressing Key Gaps
October 25, 2024
Building on Utah’s legacy of working together, this planning effort recognizes the following areas where gaps may exist that are in the process of being identified and properly addressed. Electrification WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT:Including analysis of the capacity and types of education, vocations, trades, and certifications necessary in each relevant sector to develop the local workforce needed…
Powering Electrified Transportation
October 25, 2024
Key Observations Steady use of the electrical grid throughout each day helps the grid deliver more power for consumption, driving down electricity prices. Additional power generation will be needed, significantly improving how and when energy is consumed on the grid. This combined with energy storage will better balance the grid, making it possible to power our…
I-15 Corridor Project
October 25, 2024
ASPIRE received a grant from the Department of Energy to develop a plan for multi-modal electrification along the Wasatch Front. The project will deliver a 20-year medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicle (MHD ZEV) infrastructure deployment plan — benefitting the communities that experience the most impacts from freight emissions.
S-Line Expansion
October 25, 2024
UTA announced the expansion of the S-Li ne service in Sugar House. The project extends the line to Highland Drive to support economic development and serve the growing population.
Depot District
October 25, 2024
UTA’s Central Depot District Garage, or Depot District, was opened in May 2023. It was uniquely designed as a one-stop shop to accommodate alternative fuel and clean-air transit vehicles. Depot District also houses a fleet of 47 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses. In addition to administrative offices and UTA tech center, the depot features charging stations for 24 of its e-buses, diesel refueling, outdoor bus
Ogden Express (OGX)
October 25, 2024
After two decades of planning, UTA successfully launched its second rapid transit system — the Ogden Express (OGX) — in August 2023. This innovative system features 11 electric buses that connect the Ogden FrontRunner station with Weber State University. Thanks to a federal grant, OGX is fare free for the first three years.
Utah Office of Energy Development (OED) Rural EV Infrastructure (Applications Closed)
October 25, 2024
Managed by OED, REVI is a $3 million matching grant program designed to provide funds to rural electric cooperatives for upgrading and installing new charging infrastructure. OED is preparing to announce grant recipients in August 2024.