Pursuit pilots world’s first electric Ice Explorer to cut Columbia Icefield emissions

Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality, Inc.

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  • Pursuit Attractions and Hospitality launched a pilot of what it described as the world’s first electrified Ice Explorer for its Columbia Icefield Adventure fleet, built with EV conversion specialist Noble Northern.
  • The vehicle is estimated to cut 200 to 300 kilograms of CO₂ per day versus diesel units on the same route, based on modelled comparisons.
  • Charging relies on more than 6 kilowatts of solar panels integrated into a glass roof, supported by regenerative braking.
  • The pilot uses a four-days-operating, three-days-recharging rotation to test performance across alpine conditions, with results intended to guide future fleet upgrades.
  • The initiative follows prior emissions-related upgrades, including 10 Ice Explorers retrofitted with EPA Tier 3 and Tier 4 engines, a switch from diesel generators to propane that cut facility carbon footprint by more than 30%, and solar power for the Glacier Skywalk.


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