This $17,759,398 Project Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean School Bus Program (CFDA 66.045) provides funding to Canyon State Bus Sales, Inc. to replace existing diesel-powered school buses with clean and zero-emission vehicles, including electric and propane buses, and install associated charging infrastructure. The award period runs from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2026.
The key deliverables include replacing several older diesel buses, installing AC Level 2 and DC fast charging stations, training staff, engaging multiple school districts throughout Arizona, and collecting data on emissions reductions, air quality improvements, cost savings, and health benefits. The project aims to achieve cost savings for school districts, lower harmful pollutants like NOx and particulate matter, reduce CO2 emissions, support the growth of the green transportation sector, and enable clean transportation workforce development.
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