As North America accelerates toward zero-emission mobility, industry leaders will gather in San Francisco for the fifth annual “Clean Buses – US” Conference, hosted by Global Mass Transit on November 19–20, 2025, at the Marines’ Memorial Club & Hotel.
This year’s theme focuses on scaling clean bus deployments — turning pilot projects into resilient, production-level fleets. Over two days, policymakers, transit agencies, OEMs, infrastructure providers, and energy partners will share practical strategies for expanding electric and hydrogen bus adoption across the U.S.
The Road to Scalable Decarbonization
Across the country, agencies are moving from experimentation to execution. In 2025, many announced:
- multi-year procurements of battery-electric and hydrogen buses
- new hydrogen and fast-charging infrastructure programs
- next-generation hybrid & CNG bridging strategies
- full electric-depot buildouts and yard-automation testbeds
Federal and state funding — including Low/No Emission grants, Buses & Bus Facilities, air-quality initiatives, and utility-supported programs — remains robust. But scoring criteria are shifting, placing stronger emphasis on:
- accessibility
- equity
- operational metrics
- data-driven fleet planning
Meanwhile, OEMs are retooling domestic facilities, utilities are strengthening interconnections, and cities are adopting policies that accelerate infrastructure delivery. The industry is entering a pivotal moment requiring tight coordination between technology, funding, and operations.
Key Topics on the Agenda
The 2025 conference will explore:
- New funding opportunities and evolving federal/state grant criteria
- Case studies with real data: range, uptime, TCO, and energy costs
- Depot electrification and hydrogen readiness
- Resiliency through diversified fleets (BEV + hydrogen + hybrid + CNG)
- Predictive maintenance, AI-enabled fleet optimization, and smart dispatch
- Workforce development and high-voltage training
- Innovative finance and procurement models
- Autonomous zero-emission buses and connected fleet technologies
Speakers include CARB, CPUC, DOT representatives, SFMTA, SunLine, RABA, and global OEMs — delivering insight into both policy direction and on-the-ground operations.
Autonomous & Connected Mobility in Focus
Conference attendees will have a unique chance to hear from Karsan’s Chief Commercial Officer, Deniz Cetin, who will speak on the integration of autonomous, electric, and connected mobility solutions.
The Karsan eJEST and Autonomous eJEST are distributed across North America by Damera Corporation — represent a new generation of right-sized, zero-emission mobility. These sessions will examine how compact electric platforms and advanced automation can jointly improve:
- safety
- reliability
- service quality
- first/last-mile access
- operating efficiency
Meet Damera at the Conference
Roman Duplak, Vice President of Sales for the Americas at Damera Corporation, will also be onsite throughout the conference. Roman will be available for discussions with transit leaders, fleet managers, and government agencies on:
- right-sized mobility strategies
- electrification pathways
- funding optimization
- operational efficiency
- preparing fleets for automation and connected services
His expertise spans electric bus deployment, microtransit planning, and supporting agencies with practical, scalable mobility solutions.
How the eJEST Supports Modern Transit Needs
The Karsan eJEST remains one of the most versatile electric minibuses available in the North American market. Its compact design and fully accessible low-floor layout make it especially valuable in environments where traditional 40-ft buses are impractical.
Ideal for Areas Where Big Buses Cannot Operate
Both the eJEST and Autonomous eJEST excel in:
- suburban neighbourhoods
- winding residential streets
- university and corporate campuses
- airport connectors
- dense downtowns
- first-/last-mile and microtransit systems
Their size, turning radius, and fast boarding make them ideal for frequent stopping and flexible routing.
Why Agencies Choose the eJEST
- Fully electric and quiet
- True low-floor accessibility + electric ramp
- Seating + standing configuration with PMD space
- Lower operating cost than full-size BEVs
- High capacity utilization in low-ridership zones
- More affordable procurement — agencies can often purchase four eJESTs for the price of one large electric bus
The Autonomous eJEST extends these advantages into the automated future — creating a direct bridge between today’s flexible service models and tomorrow’s connected, autonomous networks.
Looking Ahead
As agencies plan 2026 procurements and navigate evolving state and federal policies, “Clean Buses – US” offers a rare opportunity to gain firsthand insight from national experts, funders, and innovators shaping the future of transit.
We look forward to meeting you in San Francisco — and exploring how cleaner, smarter, right-sized mobility solutions like the eJEST can strengthen your fleet and serve your community.
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