Zero-emission buses: What districts need to know

Zero-emission school buses perform well on the road and pollute less, but there are still other factors to consider before purchasing any for a school transportation fleet.
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May 16, 2019
zero-emission busesCharging forward—Even though each of the five new electric buses of White Plains Public Schools in New York can travel 70 to 80 miles on a single charge, the vehicles are charged and cleaned after both morning and afternoon runs.

Around the time that the next school year starts, Maryland districts will be allowed to buy just one type of school bus: zero-emission.

Several other states have moved toward eco-friendlier student transportation. Lawmakers in Illinois and Indiana recently designated funds for electric buses, while a successful pilot program in New York has paved the way for growing its electric fleet.

Zero-emission school buses perform well on the road and pollute less, says Morgan Ellis, associate director for the Sierra Club’s Clean Transportation for All campaign.

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