Room: International AB
Sponsor(s)
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Session Description
This panel explores key considerations for integrating hydrogen fuel cell buses into transit fleets, offering insights into energy applications, fuel supply, infrastructure planning, and industry evolution. Experts from various sectors will provide a comprehensive foundation on hydrogen, discussing supply chain dynamics, cost and availability, and the challenges and opportunities of implementation. The session will conclude with a real-world case study, illustrating the practical steps and collaboration needed for a successful hydrogen transition.
Speaker(s) / Presenter(s)
Chad Sadowy exemplifies a successful rise-through-the-ranks career, with over three decades in the bus and motorcoach industry. Starting on the production lines at Motor Coach Industries Ltd. (MCI), he advanced through various roles, including Quality Assurance, Product Support Specialist, Business Excellence Manager (Six Sigma Black Belt), Technical Solutions Manager, and Vice President of Sales for Western Canada.
As Regional Sales Manager of Canada with New Flyer and MCI, Chad has become an expert in new mobility. He is a strong advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in transportation, actively participating in several organizations and committees, such as COMTO Toronto and Region Chapter, CUTA’s subcommittees, NRCAN’s Hydrogen Strategy for Canada Urban Transit Working Group, CUTRIC’s ZEB committee, and OPTA.
Chad is known for his optimism, confidence, empathy, and patience. He combines international expertise in advanced manufacturing, leadership, product knowledge, and advocacy for workforce development and DEI.
Pat Jones – NFI Infrastructure Solutions
Pat leads the NFI Infrastructure Solutions™ team in support of NFI’s charging equipment and infrastructure deployment for zero-emission buses. The NFI Infrastructure team is made up of project managers, engineers and construction managers ready to execute transit electrification projects across North America. Pat joined New Flyer in 2019 after accumulating nearly 20 years of experience leading Metro Transit, Minneapolis, MN, in capital programs management as the Assistant Director of Engineering and Facilities. Prior to Metro Transit, Pat was a professional engineer in the architectural and engineering field.
Jason Van Geel – Carlsun Energy
Jason started his career in the wind industry over 20 years ago and founded Carlsun as a leading construction and project integration company servicing the renewable energy and hydrogen sectors in Canada.
Moderator(s)
Scott Gillner – Brampton Transit