Project Traits
State: North Carolina
Congressional District: NC04
Organization Type: K-12 Education
Partner Organization(s) Type: None or Unknown
Energy Sector: Transportation
Energy Subsector: EVs
Project Start Year: 2024
Project Launch Year: Unknown
Government Support Received: Federal Grant [EPA Clean School Bus Rebate Program] for $15,000,000
Outcomes & Impacts
Private Investment: Unknown
Jobs Announced or Created: Unknown
People Served: Unknown
Projected Economic Impact: Unknown
The EPA has invested $15 million to bring 38 electric school buses to Durham, reducing emissions and improving student health. The funding, part of the Clean School Bus Program, aims to replace old buses with zero-emission alternatives. This initiative will benefit the community by lowering air pollution and promoting cleaner transportation for students.