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Newsby StaffMay 29, 2024

Latest Clean School Bus Rebate Recipients Selected

The Environmental Protection Agency this week announced funding for nearly $900 million worth of new school buses under the Clean School Bus Program. About 92% of the requested vehicles are electric.

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Thomas Built Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 21, 2024

Daimler Truck, Proterra Remain Partners for Next-Gen EV Buses and Last-Mile Vehicles

Since 2018, Proterra and Daimler Truck North America have collaborated to electrify commercial vehicles utilizing Proterra’s battery technology.

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First Student
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 21, 2024

First Student Wins ACT Expo "Leading Private Fleet" Award

The recognition is a first for a student transportation company considered for the award in a field whose past recipients have included Anheuser-Busch, Frito Lay, and Matheson Trucking.

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Scale Microgrids and EO Charging.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 21, 2024

EO Charging, Scale Microgrids Team for Holistic Fleet Charging Solutions

Scale Microgrids and EO Charging partner to provide electric vehicle fleets with reliable, swiftly deployable charging solutions. EO brings a decade of EV charging expertise while Scale's microgrid technology ensures resilient energy supply. Together, they expedite fleet electrification, minimizing downtime and optimizing operational costs nationwide.

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SponsoredMay 10, 2024

Electric Opportunities in School Transportation [VIDEO]

Executive Editor of School Bus Fleet, Wes Platt, discusses the possible reclassification of marijuana, proposed changes to EV school bus safety standards, the EPA's Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grant program, and PERC's new hire. Plus, an interview with Vinny Riscica, senior project manager for clean transportation at NYSERDA! This episode is sponsored by Thomas Built Buses, a leader in pupil transportation. 

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Electric school bus with Canadian flag background.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 8, 2024

Canada Infrastructure Bank Partners with Highland for Zero-Emission School Bus Initiative

The Canada Infrastructure Bank has forged a $50 million loan agreement with Highland Electric Fleets to facilitate the procurement of zero-emission school buses nationwide.

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Members of The Mobility House team accept the 2024 Transportation Power Player Award with SEPA President and CEO Sheri Givens.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 6, 2024

NYC School Bus Electrification Project Wins "Power Player" Award

The award, from the Smart Electric Power Alliance, recognizes a project to bring electric school buses to the Bronx in New York City.

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First Student school bus waiting for passengers to climb aboard.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseApril 26, 2024

First Student Adds Electric Buses to Pennsylvania Fleet

The six buses are the first deployed in Pennsylvania with funds from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean School Bus Program.

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Toy school bus cradled in hands with text: New Safety Standards Proposed for Electric School Buses.
Articlesby Wes PlattApril 25, 2024

New Safety Standards Proposed for Electric School Buses

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) proposes FMVSS No. 305a, upgrading electric vehicle safety regulations, including heavy vehicles like school buses. Comments accepted until June 14.

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Newsby Wes PlattApril 24, 2024

Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Grants Program Now Open

Applicants have until July 25 to submit packages to be eligible to receive part of the $932 million the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expects to award recipients.

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