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Step-by-Step Guide for School Bus Electrification

Your detailed guide to the things to know, steps to take, stakeholders to consult, and questions to ask for a successful and equitable transition to electric school buses.

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The Latest Tools and Resources for School Districts and Fleet Operators

From funding and financing opportunities to charging options and deployment tactics, we’ve got school districts and fleet operators covered as you transition to clean, reliable electric school buses.

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Request for Proposal (RFP) Template

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Electric School Bus Training Standards

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Electric School Bus Market Study and Electric School Bus U.S. Buyer's Guide

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Clearinghouse: Electric School Bus Funding and Financing Opportunities

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Total Cost of Ownership Calculator for Electric School Buses

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Electric School Bus Financial Solutions Guide

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Section 45W and Section 30C Electric School Bus Tax Credit Explainers

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School Bus Electrification Template Roadmap

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School Bus Electric-as-a-Service (EaaS) Directory

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Electric School Bus Vehicle and Charger Commissioning Guide

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Talk To an Expert

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8 Tips For Common Electric School Bus Charging Challenges

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Template Job Description for a School Bus Electrification Project Manager

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Charge Management Software Catalog

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How Electric School Bus Fleet Owners Can Ensure That Their Used Vehicle Batteries Avoid the Landfill – and Reap Economic and Environmental Benefits

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Request for Information (RFI) Template

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How Electric School Bus Owners Can Maximize Battery Performance by Limiting Aging

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Electric School Bus Initiative Technical Assistance Menu

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How to Find the Right Electric School Bus Business Model for Your District

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How School Districts Can Include Equity When Choosing Where to Deploy Electric School Buses First

Some communities have borne a greater portion of the impact of diesel school bus exhaust pollution -- that’s why equity must be a central factor when determining where the benefits of electric school buses are felt first. Here’s what to know.

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Diesel exhaust pollutants can lead to asthma, cancer and other respiratory illnesses in students.

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Electric School Bus Market Study and Electric School Bus U.S. Buyer's Guide

With more models on the market and longer ranges than ever before, the electric school bus market continues to grow to meet increasing demand. Learn about the available models and the state of the market in the 2024 Electric School Bus Market Study and Electric School Bus U.S. Buyer's Guide.

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"All About" Series

From charging infrastructure to electric school bus models and more, get all the information from our "All About" series of deep-dive articles, videos and publications.

All About the Range and Reliability of Electric School Buses

All About the Clean School Bus Program

All About Funding and Financing Options for Electric School Buses

All About Charging Infrastructure

All About Operating Electric School Buses in Cold Weather

All About Electric School Bus Repowers

All About Electric School Bus Battery Safety

All About Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) for Electric School Buses

All About Electric School Bus Tax Credits

All About Working with Your Electric Utility

All About Managed Charging and “Vehicle-to-Everything” or V2X

Pollutants from diesel-burning buses can stay in the cabin of the vehicle while it is driving.

Diesel exhaust pollution can linger in the bus, continuing students’ exposure on their ride to school.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

You’ve got questions. We’ve got answers.

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Diesel exhaust is so dangerous, the World Health Organization has named it a known carcinogen. 

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Driving Change: A State Playbook for Equitable Electric School Bus Policy

States across the country are taking steps to bring the air quality, health and economic benefits of electric school buses to their communities. What have we learned from their experiences and how can other states get on board too?

Get the playbook

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FREE SUPPORT

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The ESB Initiative technical assistance team is ready to help school districts with the electrification process and questions you may have.

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Resources for You

No matter who you are, find ways to learn more about electric school buses and how you can play a role in an equitable transition.