Project Traits

State: North Carolina

Congressional District: NC12

Organization Type: K-12 Education

Partner Organization(s) Type: None or Unknown

Energy Sector: Transportation

Energy Subsector: EVs

Project Start Year: Unknown

Project Launch Year: Unknown

Government Support Received: Federal Grant [EPA - Clean School Bus Program] for $11,091,180

Outcomes & Impacts

Private Investment: Unknown

Jobs Announced or Created: Unknown

People Served: Unknown

Projected Economic Impact: Unknown

North Carolina has received $26.7 million in federal funds from the EPA's Clean School Bus Grant Program to purchase 114 electric school buses. This funding will benefit 13 counties, with a significant portion going to Durham and Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools. The initiative aims to replace older diesel buses, reduce carbon emissions, and improve air quality for students. Governor Roy Cooper emphasized that this investment supports better-resourced schools and a cleaner environment.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (27 buses)