The first #ElectricSchoolBuses should go to the students and communities that need them most. 💪 Our new article explores to what extent the transition to a #CleanRide4Kids is occurring equitably ⬇
WRI Electric School Bus Initiative
Truck Transportation
Partnering with communities to drive an equitable transition to #ElectricSchoolBuses in U.S. districts nationwide.
About us
WRI aims to create unstoppable momentum over the next five years on a path toward electrifying the entire fleet of U.S. school buses by 2030. Overcoming the cost, infrastructure and policy barriers to mass adoption will require an expansive and inclusive approach. This project is supported by the Bezos Earth Fund.
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https://www.wri.org/initiatives/electric-school-bus-initiative
External link for WRI Electric School Bus Initiative
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- Truck Transportation
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
Updates
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The fight for a #CleanRide4Kids isn’t a new one – plenty of organizations have been leading the charge for #ElectricSchoolBuses for years. Read more about the organizations and their work here 👇
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In the market for an #ElectricSchoolBus? Looking for objective advice, actionable steps, tools and resources? Sign up to talk to an #ElectricSchoolBus expert today! Register for 1-on-1 support sessions with a member of our team using the link below ⬇
Talk To an Expert | Electric School Bus Initiative
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Every student deserves a healthy learning environment to help them perform best in the classroom. 💪 For Crain's New York Business, registered nurse Jessica Varghese, PhD, RN makes the case for a #CleanRideforKids in districts across New York. Read her op-ed here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/g39U-Z2Y
Op-ed: Electric school buses are the right choice for our kids’ health
crainsnewyork.com
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Applying to EPA’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program to fund your #ElectricSchoolBus transition? We can help you understand all the details: ⚡ Per-bus funding caps ⚡ Cost share ⚡ Project implementation costs ⚡...and more! Apply before July 25 ⬇️
2024 Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program: Grant Application Assistance | Electric School Bus Initiative
electricschoolbusinitiative.org
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It’s time to VOTE —- for the People's Choice top 6 award in the “Sammies”! You can help select the top six finalists for the People's Choice Award for the 2024 Samuel J. Heyman Service to America Medals®. This is a great way to honor public service. #Sammies2024 👀Look out for the EPA Clean School Bus Program Team! 🚌 ⏰You can vote every 24 hours through June 24. 🗳️Go here to cast your vote: »https://lnkd.in/e3NWR3sS
People's Choice Award
https://servicetoamericamedals.org
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We believe that the communities most impacted by diesel exhaust pollution should have access to the benefits of #ElectricSchoolBuses first. How can we make it happen? Read more on our equity strategy here ⬇
How the ESB Initiative Centers Equity | Electric School Bus Initiative
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More funding is now available for districts looking to bring a #CleanRide4Kids to their communities! 💰 Our new resources can help your district apply to the EPA’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program before it closes on July 25. Learn more 👇
2024 Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program: Grant Application Assistance | Electric School Bus Initiative
electricschoolbusinitiative.org
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With more than $9 billion in public funding allocated, financing mechanisms present an opportunity to further scale the number of #ElectricSchoolBuses on the road. Learn how schools can stack funding & financing for a #CleanRide4Kids in our new article 👇
How School Districts are Using Innovative Funding and Financing Solutions to Deliver Electric School Buses for Students | Electric School Bus Initiative
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Looking for a company that can help your school district in its transition to #ElectricSchoolBuses? Look no further! 🚍⚡ Our School Bus Electric-as-a-Service Directory can get you started. Check it out today ⬇
School Bus Electric-as-a-Service (EaaS) Directory | Electric School Bus Initiative
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