Backpacker launches EV shuttle | Noosa Today

By Zero Emissions Noosa, Inc

Bounce Noosa continues to set the standard for sustainable practices with the addition of an electric shuttle service for guests.

From the beach and buzz of Hastings Street and Noosa Junction to the lush rainforests and impressive waterfalls of the Hinterland, exploring the sights of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve can now be achieved with zero tailpipe emissions, thanks to the Joylong E6, the first of its generation to hit the streets of Queensland.

“We are delighted to have been able to deliver Queensland’s first electric minibus to the team at Bounce Noosa,” said Pete White, company director of Bus Stop.

In just a four-hour window, the 86.1kWh liquid-cooled battery is charged to capacity in house, providing 300km of emission free travel for up to 12 guests at a time.

Featuring a 37.26kW solar system, Bounce Noosa has an estimated annual production of 59.967MWh. Providing a clean and sustainable travel option for close to 30,000 travellers per year, the Bounce Noosa shuttle service is estimated to reduce carbon emissions by 16.7 tonne per annum.

“Congratulations to Bounce Noosa for introducing their emissions free shuttle service, a great step towards helping to reduce the 33 per cent of Noosa region’s transport emissions”, said Anne Kennedy, chair of Zero Emissions Noosa Inc.

“It’s a great example of how local tourism…