Electric Vehicle Pilot Program in Cape Town Shows Potential for Fleet Electrification
Electric Vehicle Pilot Program in Cape Town Shows Potential for Fleet Electrification - Motor Mouth A recent case study conducted by the City of Cape Town’s transport department and GreenCape has shed light on the potential for electrifying municipal fleets. The report found that the City's vehicle fleet consumed 15.9 million liters of diesel and 6.4 million litering petrol, resulting in a fuel bill of close to R465 million ($24.5 million) and annual CO2 emissions of 57,314 tonnes. To evaluate the performance of electric vehicles, the pilot program used five BMW i3 hatchbacks compared to petrol-powered VW Golf 7 GTI vehicles. The results showed that the total cost of ownership of electric passenger vehicles is more affordable compared to internal combustion engine vehicles, making a business case for electric fleet procurement in municipalities. This case study serves as a valuable example for other municipalities in South Africa and beyond, demonstrating the potential benefits of electrifying fleets.
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A recent case study conducted by the City of Cape Town’s transport department in collaboration with GreenCape has shed light on the potential for electrifying municipal fleets. With a total fleet size of 9,386 vehicles across various departments, the City of Cape Town spends a significant amount on fuel consumption and faces high CO2 emissions. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the city’s vehicle fleet consumed 15.9 million liters of diesel and 6.4 million liters of petrol, resulting in a fuel bill of close to R465 million ($24.5 million) and annual CO2 emissions of 57,314 tonnes.
In line with the City’s Climate Change Action Plan goals and a drive to gather real-world data, the City procured five battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) and installed charging stations as part of a pilot program. The pilot program focused on replacing 477 hatchback passenger vehicles in the fleet, which have high annual mileage. The estimated annual fuel consumption of these vehicles is 1,769,670 liters of petrol, with emissions amounting to 4,000 tonnes of CO2 and a fuel cost of approximately R40 million ($2.13 million).
To evaluate the performance of electric vehicles, the pilot program used five BMW i3 hatchbacks compared to petrol-powered VW Golf 7 GTI vehicles. Over a three-year period, the BMW i3s were deployed in the City’s Traffic Services department, and data on mileage, energy consumption, and range were collected. The results showed that the total cost of ownership of electric passenger vehicles is more affordable compared to internal combustion engine vehicles, making a business case for electric fleet procurement in municipalities.
The report also highlights the contribution of road transport towards Cape Town’s greenhouse gas emissions and total energy consumption. With road transport responsible for 28.7% of GHG emissions and 54.4% of total energy consumption, electrifying municipal fleets can help in decarbonization efforts. Additionally, the report provides cost comparisons, revealing that the BMW i3 EVs were purchased at a slightly higher unit price than the VW Golf GTI vehicles, but had lower operational costs per kilometer traveled.
This case study serves as a valuable example for other municipalities in South Africa and beyond, demonstrating the potential benefits of electrifying fleet operations. By adopting electric vehicles and expanding the charging infrastructure, municipalities can save on operational costs, reduce emissions, and contribute to a sustainable future.
トピック: Green Energy, Electric Vehicles, ESG