Why Electric Bus Is Not Getting Popularity In Japan?
On May 10, 2022 (Tuesday), BW Japan (Yokohama City), the Japanese subsidiary of Chinese battery and automobile manufacturer BYD, will release two new electric bus models for Japanese city buses. Announced. Delivery is scheduled after the end of 2023. Since 2015, when BYD's EV buses were launched on the Princess Line running in Kyoto City, 64 units, mainly large and small EV buses, have been delivered to the domestic market in seven years. In BYD's hometown of Shenzhen, China, he has already deployed 16,000 electric buses since 2017. ( ALSO READ MY ARTICLE )
In Shenzhen, by 2021, the share of NEVs (New Energy Vehicles: PHEV, EV, FCV) will account for about 30% of the city's vehicles. BYD's electric buses are said to now occupy his 70% share of the Japanese market. 64 buses are 70%, so the total number of electric buses is less than 100. In addition, the domestic major manufacturers do not offer electric buses.
Isuzu & Hino Initiatives
Koshiki Bus
However, there was a noticeable interruption during the operation. About 30% of the scheduled service days were off-duty. He retired in March 2019 after 136,000 kilometers. It was stored as an emergency power supply in the parking lot of the municipal sports park. It was planned to be used at a local event, but due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, it was exhibited only once.
It was not even used as an emergency power source. On the other hand, the annual maintenance cost is about 1.8 million yen, including the inspection fee and the electricity fee for the charger. This fiscal year, the city budgeted 1.34 million yen for disposal costs, citing "deterioration over time." The bus was handed over to the contractor at the end of June. Koshiki Bus service was short-lived compared to regular buses.
The Demand Of DeCarbonization
In recent years, decarbonization is demanded all over the world, and EV technology is making rapid progress. The introduction of large electric buses can also be seen in various places. But Arima cautiously said, "We need to consider the impact of reducing carbon emissions and the cost of reintroducing electric buses." Electric buses are in many ways like the technology of the age. About a quarter of the world's carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions come from traffic emissions. ALSO READ
Also, the amount of CO2 emitted from transport continues to grow faster than emissions from other sectors. Buses make up a small part of the world's vehicles, but they have a huge impact on the environment. One reason for this is the large environmental impact of buses.For example, in Bogota, Colombia, only 5% of all cars in the city are owned. However, buses emit 25% of CO2, 40% of nitrogen oxides and over 50% of particulate matter emissions from urban vehicles.
Also, since buses operate in densely populated areas, they are very aware of their impact on air pollution. Finally, the electric bus comes into play. Depending on how “clean” the power grid that connects the buses is, electric buses are now very green vehicles. Electric buses in Satsumasendai City, Kagoshima Prefecture, which was introduced ahead of the rest of the country, have recently been abolished.
The Next Generation Buses
Electric buses are attracting attention as one of the next-generation buses. what was the problem? Let's see the future of automatic driving! "Efforts to promote data utilization in the second phase of SIP automated driving" The bus is nicknamed the "Koshiki Bus." It will open in April 2014 and plans to make four round trips a day between JR Sendai Station and Sendai Port. The body is made of Korean fiber HFG, and it is equipped with a battery made by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries.
Routine Features
It can run 80km normally on a single charge, and 40km with air conditioning. The total project cost is about 87 million yen for the vehicle itself, and about 100 million yen including equipment costs. Eiji Mitooka, an industrial designer, is in charge of the exterior and part of the interior. It should be able to be used as an energy supply vehicle in the event of a disaster, and actually appeared in a comprehensive disaster prevention drill sponsored by the city. The impetus for the nationwide introduction of electric buses was the city's urban development policy Satsumasendai City is Kyushu Electric Power's Sendai Nuclear Power Station and Sendai Thermal Power Station, making it the energy center of Kyushu.
Other than Kyushu, the Sendai Thermal Power Station is scheduled to be completely phased out in April 2022, and instead the city is promoting the introduction of solar and wind power generation, storage batteries, and an energy management system. Currently, ENEOS Globe No. 1 and No. 2 Satsumasendai Solar Power Station, Yanagiyama Wind Farm Wind Power Station, and Odaka Hydroelectric Power Station are located in the city.
A solar power generation system installed on the roof of the general athletic field in the city is in operation, and surplus power is sold to Kyushu Electric Power. The square in front of Kawauchi Station has photovoltaic power generation and wind power generation facilities that are used for station lighting, etc., and is well maintained as a disaster prevention base.
Nissan ,s Ventures
In 2017, the city, Sumitomo Corporation, and Nissan started a project to introduce 40 Nissan e-NV200 electric commercial vehicles on Kamikoshiki Island, a remote island of the city. In addition, town development using next-generation energy is being carried out in the city. B. Smart home and micro-mobility demonstration projects and the switch from street lighting to light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
Reduction In Greenhouse Gases In Hiroshima
At this point, the introduction of electric buses began. In order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Hiroshima Kotsu started operating electric buses on some routes in Hiroshima City from January 1st. Hiroshima Kotsu, headquartered in Hiroshima, introduced two electric buses in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions to reduce greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide. On the 1st, about 30 people gathered at the Asa Municipal Hospital in Asakita Ward, Hiroshima City, where the bus stop is located, and a farewell party was held. The featured electric bus operates on his 5km route through Kabe, Asakita Ward, and can travel up to 200km on a 3-hour charge without emitting carbon dioxide.
Carbon dioxide emission is a problem. In addition, it operates quieter than conventional buses, and according to Hiroshima Kotsu, it can also be used as an emergency power source in the event of a disaster. A man in his 70s who got on the bus said, "It was quiet and comfortable. It's the best bus." Keihan Bus Co., Ltd. Kansai Electric Power Co., Inc. (Headquarters: Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture; President: Kazuya Suzuki) (Headquarters: No. , Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture; President: Takashi Morimoto; President: Liu Xueliang) signed an agreement on the introduction of electric buses in February 2021, and will conduct demonstration experiments on by fiscal 2026.
The Charging Issues
We plan to conduct research on charging issues and optimal charging. As the first step, the "So" line bus connecting Kyoto Station and Keihan Railway Shichijo Station and the Umekoji Loop Bus will be electrified from Wednesday, December 22, and the electric bus service will start. begins. (It is also possible to operate regular buses due to maintenance.) It is also the first time in Japan that all vehicles of multi-bus service buses are electrified. (independent researchExcludes green slow mobility and in-facility buses.) The "Station Loop Bus" runs between Keihan Limited Express "Shichijo Station", JR Kyoto Station and the Kyoto Railway Expo. Umekoji, which has facilities such as museums and the Kyoto Aquarium, is connected to improve the convenience of transferring from the Keihan line.
But, Keihan line will be discussed. It is operated for the purpose, and has been well received by users since the start of operation. The route is international Since it runs around JR Kyoto Station, which is the gateway to the light city Kyoto, by introducing an electric bus, Kyoto City We will contribute to fostering momentum toward the realization of carbon neutrality for citizens and tourists. Electric buses emit no exhaust gas when running, and significantly reduce running noise compared to conventional diesel engine buses.
Kyoto City & E-Buses
It is expected to be used in various situations such as an emergency power supply in case of disaster. included. This electric bus is a global tourist destination and a global reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. is developing its business in Kyoto, where the Kyoto Protocol was adopted, which triggered a big step towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 as set by the government, and demonstrating through experiments toward the realization of a decarbonized society.
But, this decarbonized society is a utopia. After reviewing the results of , we will link them to the national roadmap and work to electrify each sales office. Ise City will support Mie Prefecture as a model business and realize a low-carbon society with electric vehicles. The council is promoting low-carbon urban development using electric vehicles in Ise City. In order to promote the creation of an environment where electric vehicles can be used for sightseeing, we have created the "Ise Tourist Map"!
Key Routes Of E-Buses
Other than IseThis is a map that introduces 5 routes where you can learn about the culture and history of the region you want to visit by electric vehicle with low carbon dioxide emissions, as well as "rest spots" such as sightseeing spots and Japanese sweets shops along the route. In addition to posting information on electric vehicle charger installation locations, we will also post a timetable for the "Pikachu Electric Bus" that runs from Ujiyamada Station to Naiku-mae. Please come to Ise by public transportation that emits less carbon dioxide, and feel the history and culture on eco-friendly vehicles.
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