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3 Takeaways from First Student’s 3-Million Mile Achievement
First Student surpasses 3M miles on electric buses, accelerating towards a sustainable future in student transportation. CEO highlights broader benefits for communities and advocates for cleaner, safer rides.

First Student has deployed more than 330 electric buses to school districts across North America. With an additional 1,108 electric buses approved to be ordered, First Student's fleet is expected to grow to over 1,400 total vehicles by the end of this year.
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School transportation provider First Student has now surpassed 3 million miles driven on electric buses, just eight months after the company reported hitting the 2-million mile mark with its growing EV school bus fleet.
"Three million electric miles driven is an astounding achievement, and it is also just the beginning of a brighter, cleaner, safer future for the students we serve," First Student CEO John Kenning said in a news release. "This is a proud day for our team, not just as the largest provider of school transportation in North America and the leaders in zero emission school buses, but because of what it means for so many communities now and in the coming years. To help students reach their full potential, we need to help districts deploy quieter buses, create safer rides, and deliver cleaner air not tomorrow but today, and that's just what today's announcement represents."
Three major takeaways from this accomplishment include:
Significant EV School Transportation Achievement
Surpassing 3 million miles driven on electric school buses is a significant achievement for First Student, showcasing their commitment to sustainability and innovation in student transportation. It demonstrates leadership in electrified student transportation within North America. This milestone reflects not only the scale of their operations but also their rapid progress in transitioning towards cleaner, more environmentally friendly transportation solutions.
Contractor Fleet’s Impact on Communities and Environment
The deployment of electric school buses by First Student signifies tangible benefits for communities, schools, and the environment. By replacing traditional diesel buses with electric ones, they are contributing to cleaner air and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, ultimately creating safer and healthier environments for students and communities. The reduction of carbon emissions by 75,600,000 tons through the deployment of electric buses highlights the substantial environmental impact of their initiative.
First Student’s Collaboration and Advocacy for Sustainability
First Student's involvement in initiatives like the EPA's Clean School Bus Program illustrates their commitment to collaboration and advocacy for sustainability. By actively assisting school districts in applying for funding and securing substantial amounts themselves, they are facilitating the broader adoption of electric school buses. Their leadership in securing significant grants and funds underscores their dedication to driving positive change in student transportation and promoting the transition to zero-emission vehicles on a larger scale.
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