Toronto Transit Commission implements smart charge management solution for electric bus fleet

The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) and PowerOn Energy Solutions, in collaboration with BetterFleet, announced the successful implementation of a smart charge management solution for TTC electric buses. The collaboration enhances the TTC’s ability to optimize its electric bus charging operations, supporting the agency’s goal of transitioning to a 100% zero-emission bus fleet by 2040, the announcement said.

PowerOn is TTC’s turnkey provider for electrification infrastructure, and it has engaged BetterFleet and ABB E-mobility as subcontractors to deliver the smart charging solution.

“Our partnership with PowerOn is vital to the TTC’s goal of being completely zero-emissions by 2040,” said Greg Percy, interim CEO for TTC.

The new charge management system leverages the BetterFleet charge management platform integrated with ABB E-mobility chargers and will enable optimized charging sequences and dynamic load management, the collaborators said. This technology will ensure that power is allocated efficiently to the right electric buses, helping to meet operational needs while minimizing energy costs. The system was supported by Natural Resources Canada through a CA$2.5 million contribution under the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Demonstration Program.