Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1 Billion from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for 389 School Districts
WASHINGTON (Oct. 26, 2022) — Environmental Protection Agency Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe, joined by White House senior Advisor Mitch Landrieu, school district leaders, community members, and school children at the John Lewis Elementary School near the Petworth section of Washington, D.C., announced $7.6 million in rebates that will go to the District of Columbia to replace older buses with 25 new electric school buses.
The event in D.C. is part of the Biden-Harris Administration announcement for the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 389 school districts spanning 50 states, Washington, D.C., and several Tribes and U.S. territories. The funding will help school districts purchase over 2,400 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emission vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
“These pollutants have a significant impact on people’s health—to the health of the children who ride the bus, the bus drivers, and the folks in surrounding neighborhoods and communities,” said EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe. “With unprecedented funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are forever transforming how students across this country will get to and from school.”
Air pollution from mobile sources like cars, buses, and trucks is linked to asthma and other health problems that hurt our communities and cause students to miss school, particularly in low income and Tribal communities. New, zero-emission and low-emission buses not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but they also produce cleaner air for students, bus drivers, school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities that the buses drive through each day.
“This is an especially important announcement with October being Children’s Health Month,” said EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz. “These rebates will ultimately help protect children’s health by replacing older school buses with newer, cleaner ones, and transitioning to a clean transportation future means cleaner air and less pollution for all of our communities.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next round of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
The event in D.C. is part of the Biden-Harris Administration announcement for the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 389 school districts spanning 50 states, Washington, D.C., and several Tribes and U.S. territories. The funding will help school districts purchase over 2,400 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emission vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
“These pollutants have a significant impact on people’s health—to the health of the children who ride the bus, the bus drivers, and the folks in surrounding neighborhoods and communities,” said EPA Deputy Administrator Janet McCabe. “With unprecedented funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, we are forever transforming how students across this country will get to and from school.”
Air pollution from mobile sources like cars, buses, and trucks is linked to asthma and other health problems that hurt our communities and cause students to miss school, particularly in low income and Tribal communities. New, zero-emission and low-emission buses not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions, but they also produce cleaner air for students, bus drivers, school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities that the buses drive through each day.
“This is an especially important announcement with October being Children’s Health Month,” said EPA Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator Adam Ortiz. “These rebates will ultimately help protect children’s health by replacing older school buses with newer, cleaner ones, and transitioning to a clean transportation future means cleaner air and less pollution for all of our communities.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next round of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $6.6M from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for Kansas School Districts
LENEXA, KAN. (OCT. 26, 2022) – Today, the Biden-Harris administration announced the fiscal year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding nearly $6.6 million from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to six school districts in Kansas. The grants will help school districts purchase 17 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero-emission vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders, and community members in Seattle later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“The announcement of $6.6 million for Kansas school districts to purchase 17 electric school buses could not come at a better time,” said EPA Region 7 Administrator Meg McCollister. “As EPA wraps up Children’s Health Month, this investment in electric school buses represents the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to the health of our children and to reducing air pollution and greenhouse gases in our communities.”
Kansas school districts receiving clean school bus funding through today’s announcement include:
Caney Valley Unified School District 436 – Two school buses for $790,000
Halstead Unified School District 400 – Three school buses for $1,185,000
Southern Lyon County Unified School District 252 – Four school buses for $1,490,000
Sterling Unified School District 376 – Two school buses for $790,000
Wabaunsee School District – Two school buses for $790,000
Waconda Unified School District 272 – Four school buses for $1,580,000
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the Agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and/or tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the Agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in fiscal year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts, and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients.
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Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders, and community members in Seattle later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“The announcement of $6.6 million for Kansas school districts to purchase 17 electric school buses could not come at a better time,” said EPA Region 7 Administrator Meg McCollister. “As EPA wraps up Children’s Health Month, this investment in electric school buses represents the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to the health of our children and to reducing air pollution and greenhouse gases in our communities.”
Kansas school districts receiving clean school bus funding through today’s announcement include:
Caney Valley Unified School District 436 – Two school buses for $790,000
Halstead Unified School District 400 – Three school buses for $1,185,000
Southern Lyon County Unified School District 252 – Four school buses for $1,490,000
Sterling Unified School District 376 – Two school buses for $790,000
Wabaunsee School District – Two school buses for $790,000
Waconda Unified School District 272 – Four school buses for $1,580,000
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the Agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and/or tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the Agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in fiscal year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts, and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved, and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces Puerto Rico School Districts Will Get Nearly $10,000,000 from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program
NEW YORK - Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding nearly $10,000,000 from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to the Puerto Rico Department of Education. The rebates will help the Department of Education purchase over 25 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emissions vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
"Today's historic investment will put over 25 clean school buses on the streets of Puerto Rico, ensuring clean, breathable air that all children throughout the island deserve," said Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. "This is an investment in our future, and thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, Puerto Rico and our Region is well on its way to upgrading its school bus fleet.
Today’s announcement includes nearly $10 million in funding for buses and infrastructure for the Puerto Rico Department of Education. The Department of Education will receive 25 clean school buses with these funds, furthering the progress toward a healthier future by ensuring clean, breathable air for all children in Puerto Rico.
Applicant Organization
Puerto Rico School District
Location
Clean School Buses
Funding
TRANSPORTE SONNELL LLC
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PUERTO RICO
25
$9,875,000
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
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Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
"Today's historic investment will put over 25 clean school buses on the streets of Puerto Rico, ensuring clean, breathable air that all children throughout the island deserve," said Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia. "This is an investment in our future, and thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, Puerto Rico and our Region is well on its way to upgrading its school bus fleet.
Today’s announcement includes nearly $10 million in funding for buses and infrastructure for the Puerto Rico Department of Education. The Department of Education will receive 25 clean school buses with these funds, furthering the progress toward a healthier future by ensuring clean, breathable air for all children in Puerto Rico.
Applicant Organization
Puerto Rico School District
Location
Clean School Buses
Funding
TRANSPORTE SONNELL LLC
PUERTO RICO DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
PUERTO RICO
25
$9,875,000
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
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La administración Biden-Harris anuncia que los distritos escolares de Puerto Rico recibirán cerca de $10,000,000 del Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios de la EPA
NUEVA YORK - Hoy, la Administración Biden-Harris anunció a los beneficiarios del año fiscal 2022 del Programa de Reembolso de Autobuses Escolares Limpios de la Agencia de Protección Ambiental de Estados Unidos (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés), el cual otorga cerca de $10,000,000 al Departamento de Educación de Puerto Rico como parte de la Ley Bipartidista de Infraestructura del Presidente Biden. Los reembolsos ayudarán al Departamento de Educación a adquirir más de 25 autobuses escolares limpios que acelerarán la transición a vehículos de cero emisiones y producirán aire más limpio en y alrededor de estas escuelas y comunidades.
La vicepresidenta Kamala Harris y el administrador de la EPA, Michael S. Regan se unirán a escolares, líderes del distrito y miembros de la comunidad en Seattle, Washington, durante el día de hoy para hacer el anuncio y destacar la manera en que reducirá las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, ahorrará dinero a las escuelas y protegerá mejor la salud de los niños. La inversión también impulsará la demanda de baterías y vehículos fabricados en Estados Unidos, impulsará la industria nacional y creará empleos bien remunerados.
"La inversión histórica de hoy pondrá más de 25 autobuses escolares limpios en las calles de Puerto Rico, asegurando el aire limpio y respirable que todos los niños en toda la isla merecen", señaló la administradora regional Lisa F. García. "Esta es una inversión en nuestro futuro, y gracias a la Administración Biden-Harris, Puerto Rico y nuestra Región están bien encaminados para mejorar su flota de autobuses escolares.
El anuncio de hoy incluye casi $10 millones en fondos para autobuses e infraestructura para el Departamento de Educación de Puerto Rico. El Departamento de Educación recibirá 25 autobuses escolares limpios con estos fondos, promoviendo el progreso hacia un futuro más saludable al garantizar aire limpio y respirable para todos los niños en Puerto Rico.
Organización solicitante
Distrito Escolar de Puerto Rico
Ubicación
Autobuses escolares limpios
Fondos
TRANSPORTE SONNELL LLC
DEPARTAMENTO DE EDUCACIÓN DE PUERTO RICO
PUERTO RICO
25
$9,875,000
En mayo, la EPA anunció la disponibilidad de $500 millones para su Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios. Dada la abrumadora demanda de los distritos escolares de todo el país, incluso en comunidades de bajos ingresos, naciones tribales y territorios, la EPA casi duplicó la cantidad de fondos que se otorgarán a $965 millones. El período de solicitud de reembolso se cerró en agosto con una respuesta sobresaliente de los distritos escolares que procuran comprar autobuses escolares eléctricos y de bajas emisiones en todo el país.
En este momento, la agencia ha seleccionado 389 solicitudes por un total de $913 millones para apoyar la compra de 2,463 autobuses, 95% de los cuales serán eléctricos. La EPA distribuirá las sumas adjudicadas a los distritos escolares en los 50 estados, Washington D.C., junto con varias tribus reconocidas federalmente y territorios de los Estados Unidos. Los distritos escolares identificados como áreas prioritarias que atienden a estudiantes de bajos ingresos, rurales y/o tribales representan el 99% de los proyectos que fueron seleccionados. Se están revisando más solicitudes, y la agencia planea seleccionar más para alcanzar los $965 millones totales en las próximas semanas.
Aquellos distritos escolares que recibieron una suma adjudicada ahora pueden proceder con la compra de nuevos autobuses e infraestructura elegible. Los seleccionados deberán enviar formularios de solicitud de pago con órdenes de compra que demuestren que han pedido nuevos autobuses e infraestructura elegible. La EPA también se está asociando con el Departamento de Energía y el Departamento de Transporte de los Estados Unidos para proporcionar a los distritos escolares asistencia técnica sólida destinada a garantizar una implementación efectiva.
Estas sumas adjudicadas representan los primeros mil millones de dólares de un programa de cinco años, que totaliza $5 mil millones, creado por la Ley Bipartidista de Infraestructura del presidente Biden. La EPA también está diseñando las próximas rondas de financiamiento del programa que se lanzarán en los próximos meses, las cuales incluirán una ambiciosa competencia de subvenciones. A través de futuras rondas de financiamiento, la EPA pondrá a disposición otros mil millones de dólares para autobuses escolares limpios en el año fiscal 2023. La EPA alienta a los distritos escolares no seleccionados en la primera ronda de reembolsos, y aquellos que no presentaron solicitudes en este ciclo de financiamiento, a participar en rondas futuras.
Acerca del Programa de Reembolso de Autobuses Escolares Limpios
El Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios reducirá las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, ahorrará dinero para los distritos escolares y producirá aire más limpio. La contaminación del aire diésel está relacionada con el asma y otras afecciones que dañan la salud de los estudiantes y hacen que falten a la escuela, particularmente en comunidades de color y comunidades tribales. La eliminación gradual de estos motores diésel garantizará un aire más limpio para los estudiantes, conductores de autobuses y personal escolar que trabajan cerca de las áreas de subida y bajada de pasajeros de los autobuses, así como las comunidades a través de las cuales pasan los autobuses cada día. La reducción de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero de estos reemplazos de autobuses también ayudará a abordar el enorme papel del sector del transporte en alimentar la crisis climática. El programa también ahorrará dinero a los distritos escolares a medida que actualizan las flotas de autobuses escolares, reemplazando los autobuses más antiguos y altamente contaminantes con autobuses escolares nuevos y limpios, liberando a la vez los recursos necesarios para las escuelas.
Los reembolsos de autobuses escolares limpios de 2022 priorizan a las comunidades de bajos ingresos, rurales y tribales. La gran mayoría de los solicitantes cumplieron con la definición de prioridad bajo los criterios de Reembolsos de Autobuses Escolares Limpios 2022, lo que produjo el acceso a más fondos destinados a autobuses e infraestructura de vehículos eléctricos para escuelas en áreas que más los necesitan. El programa también cumple con la Iniciativa Justice40 del presidente Biden, que tiene como objetivo entregar el 40% de los beneficios generales de ciertas inversiones federales a comunidades desfavorecidas que están marginadas, desatendidas y sobrecargadas por la contaminación.
Vea la lista completa de beneficiarios del Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios aquí.
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La vicepresidenta Kamala Harris y el administrador de la EPA, Michael S. Regan se unirán a escolares, líderes del distrito y miembros de la comunidad en Seattle, Washington, durante el día de hoy para hacer el anuncio y destacar la manera en que reducirá las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, ahorrará dinero a las escuelas y protegerá mejor la salud de los niños. La inversión también impulsará la demanda de baterías y vehículos fabricados en Estados Unidos, impulsará la industria nacional y creará empleos bien remunerados.
"La inversión histórica de hoy pondrá más de 25 autobuses escolares limpios en las calles de Puerto Rico, asegurando el aire limpio y respirable que todos los niños en toda la isla merecen", señaló la administradora regional Lisa F. García. "Esta es una inversión en nuestro futuro, y gracias a la Administración Biden-Harris, Puerto Rico y nuestra Región están bien encaminados para mejorar su flota de autobuses escolares.
El anuncio de hoy incluye casi $10 millones en fondos para autobuses e infraestructura para el Departamento de Educación de Puerto Rico. El Departamento de Educación recibirá 25 autobuses escolares limpios con estos fondos, promoviendo el progreso hacia un futuro más saludable al garantizar aire limpio y respirable para todos los niños en Puerto Rico.
Organización solicitante
Distrito Escolar de Puerto Rico
Ubicación
Autobuses escolares limpios
Fondos
TRANSPORTE SONNELL LLC
DEPARTAMENTO DE EDUCACIÓN DE PUERTO RICO
PUERTO RICO
25
$9,875,000
En mayo, la EPA anunció la disponibilidad de $500 millones para su Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios. Dada la abrumadora demanda de los distritos escolares de todo el país, incluso en comunidades de bajos ingresos, naciones tribales y territorios, la EPA casi duplicó la cantidad de fondos que se otorgarán a $965 millones. El período de solicitud de reembolso se cerró en agosto con una respuesta sobresaliente de los distritos escolares que procuran comprar autobuses escolares eléctricos y de bajas emisiones en todo el país.
En este momento, la agencia ha seleccionado 389 solicitudes por un total de $913 millones para apoyar la compra de 2,463 autobuses, 95% de los cuales serán eléctricos. La EPA distribuirá las sumas adjudicadas a los distritos escolares en los 50 estados, Washington D.C., junto con varias tribus reconocidas federalmente y territorios de los Estados Unidos. Los distritos escolares identificados como áreas prioritarias que atienden a estudiantes de bajos ingresos, rurales y/o tribales representan el 99% de los proyectos que fueron seleccionados. Se están revisando más solicitudes, y la agencia planea seleccionar más para alcanzar los $965 millones totales en las próximas semanas.
Aquellos distritos escolares que recibieron una suma adjudicada ahora pueden proceder con la compra de nuevos autobuses e infraestructura elegible. Los seleccionados deberán enviar formularios de solicitud de pago con órdenes de compra que demuestren que han pedido nuevos autobuses e infraestructura elegible. La EPA también se está asociando con el Departamento de Energía y el Departamento de Transporte de los Estados Unidos para proporcionar a los distritos escolares asistencia técnica sólida destinada a garantizar una implementación efectiva.
Estas sumas adjudicadas representan los primeros mil millones de dólares de un programa de cinco años, que totaliza $5 mil millones, creado por la Ley Bipartidista de Infraestructura del presidente Biden. La EPA también está diseñando las próximas rondas de financiamiento del programa que se lanzarán en los próximos meses, las cuales incluirán una ambiciosa competencia de subvenciones. A través de futuras rondas de financiamiento, la EPA pondrá a disposición otros mil millones de dólares para autobuses escolares limpios en el año fiscal 2023. La EPA alienta a los distritos escolares no seleccionados en la primera ronda de reembolsos, y aquellos que no presentaron solicitudes en este ciclo de financiamiento, a participar en rondas futuras.
Acerca del Programa de Reembolso de Autobuses Escolares Limpios
El Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios reducirá las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero, ahorrará dinero para los distritos escolares y producirá aire más limpio. La contaminación del aire diésel está relacionada con el asma y otras afecciones que dañan la salud de los estudiantes y hacen que falten a la escuela, particularmente en comunidades de color y comunidades tribales. La eliminación gradual de estos motores diésel garantizará un aire más limpio para los estudiantes, conductores de autobuses y personal escolar que trabajan cerca de las áreas de subida y bajada de pasajeros de los autobuses, así como las comunidades a través de las cuales pasan los autobuses cada día. La reducción de las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero de estos reemplazos de autobuses también ayudará a abordar el enorme papel del sector del transporte en alimentar la crisis climática. El programa también ahorrará dinero a los distritos escolares a medida que actualizan las flotas de autobuses escolares, reemplazando los autobuses más antiguos y altamente contaminantes con autobuses escolares nuevos y limpios, liberando a la vez los recursos necesarios para las escuelas.
Los reembolsos de autobuses escolares limpios de 2022 priorizan a las comunidades de bajos ingresos, rurales y tribales. La gran mayoría de los solicitantes cumplieron con la definición de prioridad bajo los criterios de Reembolsos de Autobuses Escolares Limpios 2022, lo que produjo el acceso a más fondos destinados a autobuses e infraestructura de vehículos eléctricos para escuelas en áreas que más los necesitan. El programa también cumple con la Iniciativa Justice40 del presidente Biden, que tiene como objetivo entregar el 40% de los beneficios generales de ciertas inversiones federales a comunidades desfavorecidas que están marginadas, desatendidas y sobrecargadas por la contaminación.
Vea la lista completa de beneficiarios del Programa de Autobuses Escolares Limpios aquí.
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EPA Announces $50 Million in Clean School Bus Funding for School Districts in Texas
The Biden-Harris Administration announced the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding $50,980,000 from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to Texas school districts. The grants will help 13 school districts purchase 144 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emissions vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“I’m proud of the $6,225,000 in federal funds awarded to Houston Independent School District (HISD) to invest in 25 new school buses,” said Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia. “These funds were only made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. I was proud to support this law in Congress because I knew it would benefit students right here in our community. This will improve our local environment and allow HISD students to enjoy 15 brand-new electric buses as they continue their education. These are the great results that happen when we put people over politics.”
“Congratulations Houston ISD for being awarded $6,225,000 as part of the EPA’s Clean School Bus Rebate program funded by the Biden Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Taking steps to make our school buses greener while remaining safe and effective is not only imperative for the wellbeing of students and bus drivers, but also for the public at large,” said Congressman Al Green. “I applaud this announcement by the EPA under President Biden’s leadership. I look forward to seeing the positive impact that this outstanding award to purchase electric and propane school buses will have on reducing our carbon footprint.”
“This is great news for Dallas schools and shows how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver and how North Texas school districts can lead the nation in the adoption of this technology,” said Congressman Colin Allred. “I am a graduate of Dallas public schools, and I took the bus when I was growing up, so I know how important this service is for families. I was glad to join the EPA this summer in urging our schools to apply for this funding and I am proud that Dallas ISD will receive 25 clean, pollution-free electric school buses.”
“I am pleased to learn that Dallas ISD has been selected for participation in the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide $7.6 million in funding for 25 new electric school buses. Once fully implemented, students will ride buses that are healthier for the environment—and in turn, healthier for them,” said Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson.
“Because of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, for which I was the only elected official in our region to vote, Socorro ISD will be receiving a historic investment to modernize their bus fleet, significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and limit exposure to harmful diesel emissions for our students, teachers, and staff,” said Congresswoman Veronica Escobar. “In March of this year, I had the privilege of hosting EPA Regional Administrator for Region 6, Dr. Earthea Nance, to brief El Paso superintendents on the Clean School Buses Program and how to apply. For years, federal grant programs have failed to reach underserved communities. That’s why I am so proud to see the funding Democrats worked so hard to secure in the hands of the El Paso community.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
Below is a list of the school districts and total funding:
Dallas ISD received $7,625,000
Socorro ISD received $9,875,000
North Hopkins ISD received $790,000
Wolfe City ISD received $1,185,000
Queen City ISD received $1,975,000
Kilgore ISD received $1,580,000
Cushing ISD received $790,000
Martinsville ISD received $1,580,000
Killeen ISD received $9,875,000
Houston ISD received $6,225,000
Matagorda ISD received $790,000
Refugio ISD received $1,185,000
San Felipe-Del Rio CISD received $7,505,000
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Connect with the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 on Facebook, Twitter, or visit our homepage.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“I’m proud of the $6,225,000 in federal funds awarded to Houston Independent School District (HISD) to invest in 25 new school buses,” said Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia. “These funds were only made possible by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. I was proud to support this law in Congress because I knew it would benefit students right here in our community. This will improve our local environment and allow HISD students to enjoy 15 brand-new electric buses as they continue their education. These are the great results that happen when we put people over politics.”
“Congratulations Houston ISD for being awarded $6,225,000 as part of the EPA’s Clean School Bus Rebate program funded by the Biden Administration’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Taking steps to make our school buses greener while remaining safe and effective is not only imperative for the wellbeing of students and bus drivers, but also for the public at large,” said Congressman Al Green. “I applaud this announcement by the EPA under President Biden’s leadership. I look forward to seeing the positive impact that this outstanding award to purchase electric and propane school buses will have on reducing our carbon footprint.”
“This is great news for Dallas schools and shows how the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law continues to deliver and how North Texas school districts can lead the nation in the adoption of this technology,” said Congressman Colin Allred. “I am a graduate of Dallas public schools, and I took the bus when I was growing up, so I know how important this service is for families. I was glad to join the EPA this summer in urging our schools to apply for this funding and I am proud that Dallas ISD will receive 25 clean, pollution-free electric school buses.”
“I am pleased to learn that Dallas ISD has been selected for participation in the EPA’s Clean School Bus Program, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide $7.6 million in funding for 25 new electric school buses. Once fully implemented, students will ride buses that are healthier for the environment—and in turn, healthier for them,” said Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson.
“Because of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, for which I was the only elected official in our region to vote, Socorro ISD will be receiving a historic investment to modernize their bus fleet, significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and limit exposure to harmful diesel emissions for our students, teachers, and staff,” said Congresswoman Veronica Escobar. “In March of this year, I had the privilege of hosting EPA Regional Administrator for Region 6, Dr. Earthea Nance, to brief El Paso superintendents on the Clean School Buses Program and how to apply. For years, federal grant programs have failed to reach underserved communities. That’s why I am so proud to see the funding Democrats worked so hard to secure in the hands of the El Paso community.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
Below is a list of the school districts and total funding:
Dallas ISD received $7,625,000
Socorro ISD received $9,875,000
North Hopkins ISD received $790,000
Wolfe City ISD received $1,185,000
Queen City ISD received $1,975,000
Kilgore ISD received $1,580,000
Cushing ISD received $790,000
Martinsville ISD received $1,580,000
Killeen ISD received $9,875,000
Houston ISD received $6,225,000
Matagorda ISD received $790,000
Refugio ISD received $1,185,000
San Felipe-Del Rio CISD received $7,505,000
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Connect with the Environmental Protection Agency Region 6 on Facebook, Twitter, or visit our homepage.
Biden-Harris Administration announces $3,950,000 from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for Montana School Districts
Helena, Mont. Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding $3,950,000 from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to school districts in the communities of Bigfork, Clinton and Fairfield, Montana. The grants will help school districts purchase ten electric-powered clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emissions vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering cleaner air and healthier environments for school children in communities across the Mountains and Plains region,” said EPA Regional Administrator KC Becker. “These zero-emission electric buses will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and eliminate exposure to harmful pollutants such as soot, fine particulates, and nitrogen oxides. We look forward to expanding these efforts through future rounds of clean bus awards for our school districts.”
Today’s announcement includes funding for zero-emission electric buses for the following Montana communities and school districts:
Bigfork: Bigfork Elementary School, $2,765,000, 7 buses
Clinton: Clinton Elementary School, $790,000, 2 buses
Fairfield: Fairfield Elementary School, $395,000, 1 bus
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering cleaner air and healthier environments for school children in communities across the Mountains and Plains region,” said EPA Regional Administrator KC Becker. “These zero-emission electric buses will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and eliminate exposure to harmful pollutants such as soot, fine particulates, and nitrogen oxides. We look forward to expanding these efforts through future rounds of clean bus awards for our school districts.”
Today’s announcement includes funding for zero-emission electric buses for the following Montana communities and school districts:
Bigfork: Bigfork Elementary School, $2,765,000, 7 buses
Clinton: Clinton Elementary School, $790,000, 2 buses
Fairfield: Fairfield Elementary School, $395,000, 1 bus
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Biden-Harris Administration announces $2,890,000 from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for Colorado School Districts
DENVER Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding $2,890,000 from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to school districts serving the Colorado communities of Granby, Mosca, Simla and Weston. The grants will help school districts purchase eight electric clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero-emissions vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“Thanks to the Infrastructure Law, communities across Colorado are receiving well-deserved funding to replace their school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models,” said Senator Michael Bennet. “Deploying more electric school buses is a critical part of keeping our air clean for our kids, and I’m glad to see this funding coming to our state.”
“As communities across America continue our work towards a renewable energy future, I am excited that the EPA has taken yet another step to support their efforts. The $790,000 in funding they’ve awarded to the East Grand School District will help to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models. Together we are building a cleaner, greener Colorado,” said Congressman Joe Neguse.
“I am focused on saving people money and protecting our air so we are pleased that these federal grants will help to free up resources for our rural schools which can be used to increase teacher pay or decrease class sizes. This first round of funding scratches the surface of the opportunity in Colorado and next year we will launch Colorado’s electric bus grant program - the highest per capita investment in clean buses by any state in the country - and we look forward to continuing to work with our schools to apply for this state funding as well as the remaining $4 billion of federal funding in the years ahead. Congratulations to East Grand School District No. 2, Big Sandy School District No. 100J, Primero Reorganized School District No. 2, and Sangre de Cristo School District No. Re 22J for this exciting grant," said Colorado Governor Jared Polis.
“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering cleaner air and healthier environments for school children in communities across the Mountains and Plains region,” said EPA Regional Administrator KC Becker. “These zero-emission electric buses will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and eliminate exposure to harmful pollutants such as soot, fine particulates, and nitrogen oxides. We look forward to expanding these efforts through future rounds of clean bus awards for our school districts.”
Today’s announcement includes funding for zero-emission electric buses for the following Colorado communities and school districts:
Granby: East Grand School District No. 2, $790,000, 2 buses
Mosca: Primero Reorganized School District No. 2, $305,000, 1 bus
Simla: Big Sandy School District No. 100J, $1,095,000, 3 buses
Weston: Sangre de Cristo School District No. Re-22J, $700,000, 2 buses
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
“Thanks to the Infrastructure Law, communities across Colorado are receiving well-deserved funding to replace their school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models,” said Senator Michael Bennet. “Deploying more electric school buses is a critical part of keeping our air clean for our kids, and I’m glad to see this funding coming to our state.”
“As communities across America continue our work towards a renewable energy future, I am excited that the EPA has taken yet another step to support their efforts. The $790,000 in funding they’ve awarded to the East Grand School District will help to replace existing school buses with zero-emission and low-emission models. Together we are building a cleaner, greener Colorado,” said Congressman Joe Neguse.
“I am focused on saving people money and protecting our air so we are pleased that these federal grants will help to free up resources for our rural schools which can be used to increase teacher pay or decrease class sizes. This first round of funding scratches the surface of the opportunity in Colorado and next year we will launch Colorado’s electric bus grant program - the highest per capita investment in clean buses by any state in the country - and we look forward to continuing to work with our schools to apply for this state funding as well as the remaining $4 billion of federal funding in the years ahead. Congratulations to East Grand School District No. 2, Big Sandy School District No. 100J, Primero Reorganized School District No. 2, and Sangre de Cristo School District No. Re 22J for this exciting grant," said Colorado Governor Jared Polis.
“The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is delivering cleaner air and healthier environments for school children in communities across the Mountains and Plains region,” said EPA Regional Administrator KC Becker. “These zero-emission electric buses will reduce greenhouse gas emissions and eliminate exposure to harmful pollutants such as soot, fine particulates, and nitrogen oxides. We look forward to expanding these efforts through future rounds of clean bus awards for our school districts.”
Today’s announcement includes funding for zero-emission electric buses for the following Colorado communities and school districts:
Granby: East Grand School District No. 2, $790,000, 2 buses
Mosca: Primero Reorganized School District No. 2, $305,000, 1 bus
Simla: Big Sandy School District No. 100J, $1,095,000, 3 buses
Weston: Sangre de Cristo School District No. Re-22J, $700,000, 2 buses
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states, Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Nearly $1 Billion from EPA’s Clean School Bus Program for 389 School Districts
WASHINGTON (October 26, 2022) — Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced the Fiscal Year 2022 recipients of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Program rebate competition, awarding nearly $1 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to 389 school districts spanning 50 states, Washington, DC, and several Tribes and U.S. territories. The grants will help school districts purchase over 2,400 clean school buses that will accelerate the transition to zero emission vehicles and produce cleaner air in and around schools and communities.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, through a lottery system, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states and Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.
Vice President Kamala Harris and EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan will join schoolchildren, district leaders and community members in Seattle, Washington, later today to make the announcement and highlight how it will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save schools money, and better protect children’s health. The investment will also drive demand for American-made batteries and vehicles, boost domestic manufacturing, and create good-paying jobs.
“President Biden’s historic Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is accelerating our nation’s transition to electric and low-emission school buses while ensuring a brighter, healthier future for our children,” said EPA Administrator Michael S. Regan. “As many as 25 million children rely on the bus to get to school each day. Thanks to the Biden-Harris Administration, we are making an unprecedented investment in our children’s health, especially those in communities overburdened by air pollution. This is just the beginning of our work to build a healthier future, reduce climate pollution, and ensure the clean, breathable air that all our children deserve.”
In May, EPA announced the availability of $500 million for its Clean School Bus Program. Given overwhelming demand from school districts across the country, including in low-income communities, Tribal nations, and territories, EPA nearly doubled the amount of funding that will be awarded to $965 million. The rebate application period closed in August with an outstanding response from school districts seeking to purchase electric and low-emission school buses across the country.
At this time, through a lottery system, the agency has selected 389 applications totaling $913 million to support the purchase of 2,463 buses, 95% of which will be electric. EPA will distribute awards to school districts in all 50 states and Washington D.C., along with several federally recognized Tribes and U.S. territories. School districts identified as priority areas serving low-income, rural, and, or Tribal students make up 99% of the projects that were selected. More applications are under review, and the agency plans to select more to reach the full $965 million in the coming weeks.
Those school districts who received an award can now proceed with purchasing new buses and eligible infrastructure. Selectees will need to submit Payment Request Forms with purchase orders demonstrating they have ordered new buses and eligible infrastructure. EPA is also partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy and Department of Transportation to provide school districts with robust technical assistance to ensure effective implementation.
These awards are the first $1 billion of a five-year, $5 billion program created by President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. EPA is also designing the next rounds of program funding to launch in the coming months, which will include an ambitious grant competition. Through future rounds of funding, EPA will make available another $1 billion for clean school buses in Fiscal Year 2023. EPA encourages school districts not selected in the first round of rebates – and those that did not apply this funding cycle – to participate in future rounds.
About the Clean School Bus Rebate Program
The Clean School Bus Program will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, save money for school districts and produce cleaner air. Diesel air pollution is linked to asthma and other conditions that harm students’ health and cause them to miss school, particularly in communities of color and Tribal communities. Phasing out these diesel engines will ensure cleaner air for students, bus drivers, and school staff working near the bus loading areas, and the communities through which the buses drive each day. The reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from these bus replacements will also help to address the outsized role of the transportation sector in fueling the climate crisis. The program will also save school districts money as they upgrade school bus fleets, replacing older, heavily polluting buses with brand new clean school buses, while freeing up needed resources for schools.
The 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates prioritize low-income, rural, and Tribal communities. The vast majority of applicants met the priority definition under the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates criteria, resulting in access to more funds for buses and electric vehicle infrastructure for schools in areas that need them the most. The program also delivers on President Biden’s Justice40 Initiative, which aims to deliver 40% of the overall benefits of certain federal investments to disadvantaged communities that are marginalized, underserved and overburdened by pollution.
View the full list of Clean School Bus award recipients here.