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Newsby StaffJuly 10, 2024

Report: Nearly $3 Billion Allocated for Clean School Buses Over Two Years

Analyzing the demand for electric and zero-emissions school buses. Plus, a look back at just how many clean school buses the program has funded.

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Mobility House and NYCSBUS.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 19, 2024

New York Electric School Bus Charging Project Earns Innovation Award

The award for NYCSBUS and The Mobility House recognizes the innovative application of automated load management technology to maximize the number of electric bus chargers at a power-constrained site.

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Blue Bird propane-powered school buses.
Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 13, 2024

Latest EPA Funding Round Supports 269 Propane Autogas School Buses

Through three rounds of funding, the EPA program has allocated more than $2.8 billion for 8,427 electric school buses and 440 low-emissions propane buses. According to PERC: For the same amount of money distributed for electric buses ($2.77 billion), the program could have helped fund up to 92,635 propane buses, assuming each received the $30,000 incentive.

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A row of yellow school buses.
ArticlesJune 10, 2024

Flexibility and Future Planning Keys for Keeping Large School Bus Fleets

Discover how school bus companies like Kobussen Buses and Cook-Illinois Corp. navigate the complexities of fleet management, driver training, and the potential shift to electric buses. From mixed fleets to specialized training, explore their strategies for maintenance, driver retention, and the future of transportation.

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Electric vehicle charging.
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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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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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 News/Media ReleaseApril 10, 2024

GreenPower Could Deliver 88 All-Electric School Buses in West Virginia in Fiscal 2025

During fiscal year 2024, GreenPower reports that it delivered 29 Type D BEAST and 12 Type A Nano BEAST school buses across the country, for a total of 41 deliveries, an increase of 356% from the previous fiscal year.

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Articlesby Wes PlattApril 8, 2024

SBF Administrator of the Year: Transformative Leadership in Arizona School Transportation

Liz Thies spearheads modernization efforts as the transportation director for Mohave Valley Elementary School District. Her proactive approach, including securing grants for electric buses and implementing advanced technology, has revolutionized local student transportation. Thies fosters a positive work environment, boosting morale and setting a standard for districts nationwide.

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