Distributed Energy Resources, GHG Emissions  -  February 11, 2025

Boston Receives Funding for Electric School Buses

The City of Boston announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded Boston Public Schools (BPS) a $35 million grant to purchase 125 30-passenger electric school buses. 

This enables BPS to accelerate the upgrade of its school bus fleet, which is on track to be fully electric by 2030. 

"This historic $35 million grant from the EPA brings us closer to achieving our goal of a fully electric school bus fleet by 2030 while delivering immediate health and environmental benefits to our students, families, and neighborhoods,” said Mayor Michelle Wu in a statement. “This marks a significant milestone for our city as we continue our work to create a greener and healthier future for all our residents."

The Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle grant was awarded to 70 applicants across 27 states, three Tribal Nations, and one territory, totaling over $735 million. In Boston, the grant will fund the purchase of zero-emission electric school buses, replace existing internal combustion buses, and support the continued build out of clean vehicle infrastructure. 

BPS is making significant progress toward its goal of fully electrifying its school bus fleet. Following infrastructure upgrades at two bus yards to support electric charging, along with training for drivers and mechanics, the district’s Department of Transportation has completed two successful deployments of electric school buses. 

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