The City of Boston received a $3,598,450 Project Grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (CFDA 66.039) program. The grant funding will be used to replace 15 diesel school buses with battery-electric vehicles and install 15 direct current (DC) fast chargers and supporting infrastructure within the Boston Public Schools transportation system. The project aims to reduce diesel particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and exposure to diesel air toxics in the city. Key activities include community engagement, planning for electric vehicle supply equipment, forming a steering committee, bus retrofitting, charger installation, workforce training, and dissemination of best practices and lessons learned. The expected outcomes include increased public awareness, strengthened electrification capacity, improved air quality and health benefits for local school children, and the growth of the zero-emission vehicle workforce.
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