GreenPower Motor Company has received three orders for 11 all-electric school buses from Arizona, California, and Oregon. These zero-emission vehicles represent a significant step towards sustainable transportation in the education sector and reflect the growing demand for environmentally friendly solutions. The company is a leader in the electric vehicle market, specifically in the medium and heavy-duty vehicle space.
Synop’s intelligent charging management system is selected for Bus2Grid’s Renew America’s Schools Grant, electrifying school bus fleets across 14 Illinois school districts and maximizing cost savings through innovative energy management.
GreenPower Motor Company has secured a major order for 50 electric school buses in West Virginia, funded by the EPA Clean School Bus Program. The order includes Type D BEAST and Mega BEAST, as well as Type A Nano BEAST and Nano BEAST Access buses, and will be fulfilled through GreenPower’s West Virginia dealer.
GreenPower Motor Company continues its expansion in the electric school bus market, delivering four all-electric buses in Arizona, California, and West Virginia. With 126 live orders, the company highlights the increasing demand for its zero-emission vehicles and the potential for further growth in the sector.
A new report by the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee highlights concerns over the Biden administration’s $5 billion electric school bus program, alleging it promotes reliance on China for battery production and lacks sufficient safeguards against fraud and waste. The report claims the program favors electric buses over cheaper alternatives and that the subsidies don’t outweigh the high upfront costs.
GreenPower Motor Company has received orders for six electric school buses from its Arizona dealer RWC Group, funded under the EPA Clean School Bus Program. These buses will serve three school districts in Arizona, contributing to a cleaner and more sustainable transportation system.
Blue Bird Corporation, a leading American school bus manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone by delivering its 2,000th electric school bus to the Clark County School District in Nevada. This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to promoting sustainable transportation solutions and the growing adoption of electric vehicles in the school bus industry.
Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) has become the first major school district in the U.S. to fully transition to an electric school bus fleet, marking a significant step towards cleaner transportation and energy independence. This groundbreaking initiative utilizes vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, allowing the buses to return energy to the grid when not in use, creating a sustainable and cost-effective system.
The City Elementary School District (SCESD) has expanded its bus fleet with the introduction of ten new electric school buses and ten electric bus chargers. These buses will primarily serve students with special needs, providing a quieter and cleaner ride. SCESD has partnered with Highland Electric Fleets for infrastructure upgrades, allowing the buses to be fully charged in 4.5 hours with an approximate operating range of 107 miles. The electric buses will replace traditional diesel buses on multiple routes, reducing student absenteeism and improving air quality. SCESD’s commitment to sustainability and innovation showcases its dedication to providing students with an enhanced learning environment.
Highland Electric Fleets, a leading provider of electric school bus fleet electrification-as-a-service, has announced its support for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles (CHDVs) Grant Program. This program provides funding for electric vehicles to benefit school districts, municipalities, states, and tribes, making them more accessible to communities. Highland Electric Fleets stands ready to assist with applications and leverage their experience in deploying electric school buses and fleets nationwide.
