Lagos To Combat Emissions In Public Transportation With CNG And Battery-Electric Buses

The Lagos State Government outlines measures to transform the urban transport sector into one that produces clean energy.

Says LAMATA is currently implementing two (2) pilot demonstration schemes on CNG buses and Electric buses.

LASG notes that the transition will reduce emissions and create a cleaner, quieter and healthier environment for all Lagosians.

The Lagos State Government has outlined measures to transform the urban transport sector into one that produces clean energy with the incorporation of the use of buses powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Battery-electric vehicles.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, disclosed this at the maiden edition of a two-day National Conference on Sustainable Urban Mobility in Lagos by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA).

Governor Sanwo-Olu, represented by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, disclosed that “towards sustainable urban mobility, LAMATA is currently implementing two (2) pilot
demonstration schemes on CNG buses and Electric buses. This transition will reduce emissions and create a cleaner, quieter and healthier environment for all Lagosians.”

The Governor underscored the urgent need to tackle the intertwined challenges of climate change, urbanization and social inequality. He emphasized that Lagos’s transition to sustainable transport will significantly reduce emissions, creating a cleaner, quieter, and healthier environment for all.

Sanwo-Olu also disclosed that Lagos State government through LAMATA and LASWA, is leveraging technology to improve public transport operations, reduce traffic congestion and make travel more convenient for our residents.

“The use of real-time data to monitor traffic patterns, deployment of contactless payment systems, and the introduction of mobile apps to provide up-to-date transit information are just a few examples of how we are embracing digitalization,” he said.

In her opening remarks, the Managing Director of LAMATA, Engr. Abimbola Akinajo, highlighted the agency’s pivotal role in driving initiatives that reshape urban transport.

“As cities around the world face growing challenges from climate change and urban congestion, LAMATA is championing a shift from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources such as hydroelectricity, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), biomass, geothermal, wind, and solar power.”

“LAMATA is also prioritizing non-motorized transport (NMT) modes like walking and cycling to promote zero-emissions mobility and create more livable cities.

“In addition, LAMATA is advancing sustainable modes and renewable energy solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions,” Akinajo said.

The conference with the theme “Implementing Safe, Inclusive, and Climate Resilient Urban Transport in a Digital Age for Sustainable Development” brought together policy makers, planners, engineers, researchers, operators, and other key stakeholders from across Nigeria.

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