The Ride

As we move towards a more sustainable energy and transportation future, one of the methodologies is an increased focus on hydrogen. The University of Michigan has created a hydrogen roadmap meant to help the state's response to new funding opportunities because of Michigan's climate action plan. WEMU's David Fair takes a look at what that means now and moving forward with the director for the Center of Sustainable Studies in the U-M's School for Environment and Sustainability, Greg Keoleian.

The nature of transportation in America is changing. There is a strong move toward electric vehicles with the major automakers committing to the change. Most of that is about personal transportation. But the public transportation sector is adapting and evolving, too. The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority recently conducted a study looking into how best to create a fleet of zero emission buses. There are choices to be made and challenges to overcome. WEMU's David Fair explores those issues with AAATA CEO, Matt Carpenter.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, also known as TheRide, is getting a boost in funding for its proposed Washtenaw Avenue Express Bus Service. WEMU’s Taylor Pinson has more.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority is looking for public input on proposed zero-emission buses. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran reports.

Washtenaw Community College is responding to a growing shortage of truck drivers. WCC has partnered with an Ohio-based truck driver training program to offer local opportunities to be trained for almost-immediate employment. WEMU's Cathy Shafran explains.

On this post-election Wednesday, we talk public transportation. The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority asked voters to approve a five-year, 2.38 mill tax levy to expand services and help meet climate and economic equity goals in the community. AAATA CEO Matt Carpenter discussed the plans with WEMU's David Fair.

Voters in Ann Arbor will decide an issue in November that could very well determine the success of the city's A2Zero plan to reach carbon neutrality by the year 2030. WEMU's David Fair and Michigan League of Conservation Voters executive director, Lisa Wozniak, discussed the stakes with Kris Olsson, who is part of a group advocating for passage of the Community Climate Action ballot proposal.

Possessing an Ann Arbor or Ypsilanti district library card could gain you a free bus ride this summer. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran has details.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority announced today it will no longer require riders to wear face masks. WEMU’s Rina Miller reports.

The Ann Arbor Area Transportation Authority, also known as The Ride, has issued a statement reminding people using public transportation they are still…