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Districts across the country are facing shortages of school bus drivers. Can technology help? Zachary Crockett takes a seat in the back. SOURCES:Keith Corso, co-founder and CEO of BusRight.Marc Medina, transportation supervisor for the Farmingdale School District in Long Island.Jada Melendez, school bus driver in Burlington County, New Jersey. RESOURCES:"How St. Louis parents are dealing with school bus driver shortages," by Gabrielle Hays (PBS, 2024)."The school bus driver shortage remains severe," by Sebastian Martinez Hickey and David Cooper (Economic Policy Institute, 2023)."‘End of the Line': School Bus Industry in Crisis Because of the Coronavirus," by Pranshu Verma (New York Times, 2020). 

Today, we hear about Oakland's new electric school buses and how the Trump policies have affected clean transit. Plus, celebrating the diverse populations of the Bay Area.

Haldane has applied for EPA grants Across the country, more than 500 school districts are waiting on $1 billion in Environmental Protection Agency grants to help pay for more than 3,400 electric buses. In Cold Spring, Haldane has applied for EPA grants to purchase four buses to meet Gov. Kathy Hochul's mandate that schools no longer purchase gas-powered buses after 2027 and convert to electric fleets by 2035. If approved, interim Superintendent Carl Albano said the EPA grants would offset $170,000, or almost half, of each $400,000 bus. The district is also hoping to get $147,000 per bus from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Albano said that while he knows there have been questions about whether federal climate grant programs will continue under President Donald Trump, the district has received no indication that the program has been terminated. Haldane was told a decision would be made on its grant applications by the end of April. If it can't secure federal grants, the district will likely seek additional state funding, he said. So far, the Beacon, Haldane and Garrison districts do not have any electric buses, although Garrison has two hybrid vans. Haldane is seeking grants to buy its four electric buses and Beacon voters have approved the purchase of two, which have been ordered. Statewide, only about 100 of 45,000 buses are electric, although about 1,000 have been approved or ordered as of February, according to Adam Ruder, director of clean transportation for NYSERDA. At the same time, residents in a handful of districts, including Hyde Park, have voted against electric bus purchases, even with state grants cutting the cost. The New York State Educational Conference Board, a coalition of groups that represent superintendents, PTAs, school boards, teachers, business officials and administrators, has raised concerns. In January, the board published a paper stating that Hochul's mandate "will force districts to reduce educational opportunities for students, increase taxes and spend exorbitant sums, and cause voter unrest." Although the Garrison School doesn't own most of its buses - they are provided under contract with Orange County Transit - the district is studying the range of the electric buses that would transport students to and from Garrison's K-8 campus and to Haldane, Putnam Valley and O'Neill high schools. The vendor's seven buses are parked at Garrison during the day. If they were electric, the district would need to install chargers and the electrical capacity to run them, Joseph Jimick, the district business manager, said earlier this year. A year ago, voters in the Beacon district approved the purchase of two electric buses at a cost of $495,000 each, including chargers. The district was awarded a $257,000 state grant and the buses are scheduled to arrive this summer and be put into service in the fall. "Our thinking is we're still on track until or if we hear otherwise," Superintendent Matt Landahl said this week. He said in February that the district, with a fleet of 57 buses and vans, would need to upgrade its garage before buying any more electric buses. Some districts across the country that purchased buses in anticipation of receiving EPA grants now face large bills. For example, in Oklahoma, the Shawnee Public Schools, a 3,300-student district near Oklahoma City, spent nearly $1.5 million on four buses that it believed would be reimbursed from an infrastructure law passed by Congress under President Joe Biden. The district requested the funding in November but was told that it would be delayed due to a technical glitch. It said that, since Trump took office, it has been calling the EPA and emailing regularly without a response. The money is part of a Clean School Bus Program that was to provide $5 billion over five years. So far, the program has gone through two earlier rounds. Nearly $1 billion was issued in the first round as rebates to 400 schools for 2,500 b...

AP's Lisa Dwyer says there may be a pullback on less-polluting buses for school kids.

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Analysis on NAPT‘s new three-point, lap-shoulder seatbelt recommendation, the New York City Department of Education's large technology RFP, and hands-on school bus emergency training in Texas. Participate in more discussions about safety and technology at STN EXPO Charlotte and STN EXPO Reno, which both include the Bus Technology Summit and the Green Bus Summit. “We're not looking for a buyer, we're looking for a partner.” Jason Yan, vice president of sales at RIDE Mobility, discusses how battery safety and development enhances electric school bus operation and range. Read more about operations. Episode sponsors: Transfinder, RIDE.

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WBEN's Tom Puckett reports on reaction to BusPatrol's 22,000 tickets for illegally passing school buses in Buffalo full 65 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:00:07 +0000 t8hSz0ksEYjXcBioCAhVO2vQBAhOJKnQ news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news WBEN's Tom Puckett reports on reaction to BusPatrol's 22,000 tickets for illegally passing school buses in Buffalo Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

Ryan and Tony discuss potential school bus industry shifts in response to U.S. presidential moves on zero-emissions and tariffs, shed light on misleading headlines, and review OEM business updates. AASA: The School Superintendents Association is on the front lines fighting for education and student service in the U.S. Supreme Court. Noelle Ellerson Ng, AASA associate executive director of advocacy & governance, analyzes a pending case questioning the constitutionality of the Universal Services Fund, which in part funds E-Rate, school bus Wi-Fi and homework access for students in rural areas. Read more about government. Episode sponsors: Transfinder, School Radio. 

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Lisa Dent is joined by Illinois State Representative Marcus C. Evans Jr. (33rd District) to discuss a report which showed that there are a number of Illinois school busses that are not insured. What can be done to prevent this from happening and ensure that buses are undergoing a routine safety inspection?

This is Derek Miller of the Salt Lake Chamber with your Utah Business Report. At the end of last year, the Environmental Protection Agency announced 70 grant recipients for its Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program to receive funding for over 2,400 zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles. The awards will fund projects in 27 states, three Tribal Nations, and one territory. The Utah Department of Environmental Quality Division of Air Quality was selected to receive 60 million dollars to fund 171 zero-emission vehicles and charging infrastructure to reduce air pollution. One hundred and twenty of these vehicles will be electric school buses. The Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program was established through the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022. The Program will distribute a total of $1 billion through 2032 to replace fossil fuel heavy-duty vehicles with zero-emission ones, as well as support the build-out of charging infrastructure and invest in the workforce. To learn more, visit the EPA website. The Salt Lake Chamber. We Stand as the Voice of Business. Originally aired: 1/10/25

With their short, predictable routes and large battery size, electric school buses are well suited for vehicle-to-grid applications, especially since they're available during periods of high electricity demand. Last year, bus maker Zum launched a fleet of 74 electric school buses — the country's largest — for the Oakland Unified School District in California. It worked with Pacific Gas & Electric to build a network of chargers and integrate the buses to the local grid to form a virtual power plant. This week on With Great Power, Rudi Halbright – expert product manager on vehicle-grid integration at PG&E – shares insights from launching the V2G program with Zum as well as lessons learned on how to deploy vehicle-grid infrastructure.This podcast is produced by GridX in partnership with Latitude Studios. GridX is the Enterprise Rate Platform that modern utilities rely on to usher in our clean energy future.

Electric school buses face growing scrutiny after repeated failures in Maine and a shocking fire incident in Quebec. Mechanical breakdowns left buses stranded, while financial struggles at manufacturers like Lion Electric put their future in doubt. In Quebec, a fire tied to the diesel-powered heater raises safety concerns, especially with lithium-ion batteries at risk during crashes. Should schools keep investing in this tech?Join the discussion in the comments!Buy me a coffee! https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/partsmanagerproGrab a copy of my book:https://partsmanagerpro.gumroad.com/l/qtqax"The Parts Manager Guide" - https://www.amazon.com/Parts-Manager-Guide-Strategies-Maximize-ebook/dp/B09S23HQ1P/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UZYOGZJUNJ9K&keywords=parts+manager+guide&qid=1644443157&sprefix=parts+manager+guid%2Caps%2C244&sr=8-4Link to the featured video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4r12tKe6haIPlease remember to like, share and leave your comments.Videos are uploaded weekly.Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. ALL RIGHTS BELONG TO THEIR RESPECTIVE OWNERS*This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-auto-review-podcast-w-host-chris-clarke--4960744/support.

AI Technology has come to Bridgeport as the first city to bring these cameras online in a widespread way. Investigative reporter, Jeff Derderian, took a closer look at this new technology helping catch violators bypassing school buses illegally. For Jeff's full story: https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/fairfield/bridgeport-buses-use-ai-cameras-to-catch-violators/ Image Credit: Melissa Sheketoff

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The U.S. has nearly half a million school buses providing daily transportation for about 20 million students.  Most of these buses are powered by diesel engines which not only dump greenhouse gases into the atmosphere but also fill kids' lungs with harmful fumes. Thanks to various federal and state incentive programs, this situation is starting […]

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An advocate for parole reform wants to give a group of older incarcerated women a chance outside of prison.Then, in coastal Louisiana, a group of Indigenous people have land returned to them but it's vanishing due to climate change. Plus, a coastal school district is going green with a new fleet of electric school buses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of Quick Charge, we know love hurts – but is Elon's love for convicted felon and sexual assaulter Donald Trump hurting Tesla's sales? We've also got some exciting EV deals and a $27,500 EV with 300 miles of range ... and it's not a Tesla! We've also got a first public peek at the upcoming 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 rally special, a $27,495 (with $7,500 federal incentive) Chevy Equinox with 319 miles of range, and a raft of EVs that you can lease for under $200/mo. in the month of October. All this and more – enjoy! Source Links Elon Musk delusionally believes Trump support is not affecting Tesla, claims sales are at ‘all-time highs' EV owners volunteer to drive voters to the polls in 11 states (and you can too) Here's a look at Hyundai's new 2025 IONIQ 5 XRT ahead of deliveries The $35,000 Chevy Equinox EV is finally here find local Chevy Equinox EV deals near you Top EVs you can lease for under $200 a month this October [Updated] These solar-roofed electric school buses are V2X Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage daily news! Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show! Read more: Renewables now make up 30% of US utility-scale generating capacity

Class is back in session, and nearly 550,000 students in Oregon make the trip to and from school every school day. On this episode of Grounded, we tag along and venture into the magic world of clean-running and electric school buses. Learn more: https://energyinfo.oregon.gov/blog/2024/10/10/grounded-podcast-episode-45-magic-school-buses Theme music by Oregon artist, Jana Cushman

We've got two short, Halloween-themed stories to share today. Will Zach and Zizi face their fears together? Lessons include: Most things aren't all that scary once we learn more about them; we may never feel fully ready to face our fears, and sometimes we have to take a little leap when it's safe to do so This remastered story first aired on October 15th, 2021. Supporters of What If World will get a bonus episode this week! Subscribe to What If World wherever you listen: link.chtbl.com/whatifworld. Grownups, help your kids share their questions & ideas at whatifworldpodcast@gmail.com, via voicemail at 205-605-WHAT (9428), or on Instagram @whatifworldpodcast Want more kids podcasts for the whole family? Grown-ups, subscribe to Starglow+ here. Learn more about Starglow Media here. Follow Starglow on Instagram and YouTube Eric and Karen O'Keeffe make What If World. Our character art is by Ana Stretcu, and our episode art is by Lynn Hickernell. A big thanks to our producer Miss Lynn. Our podcast art is by Jason O'Keefe, and our theme song is by Craig Martinson.

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NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh explains why he ripped up the deal that guaranteed NDP support for the minority Liberal government. What he didn't say … was why now? And what are his terms for supporting the Liberals on specific issues?Also: A federal plan to help electrify school buses is stalling. Three years ago the Liberals pledged billions of dollars to help make the switch. But just a fraction of the buses carrying kids back to school are electric.And: Bat populations across North America are in steady decline. New research out today suggests that decline is having a serious effect on our health, even leading to an increase in infant mortality.Plus… Parents of a murdered doctor in India speak out, alcohol in Ontario's corner stores, the death of a Ugandan Olympian due to domestic violence, and more.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – In Kamala's America, illegal immigrants now attempt to board school buses filled with children, raising serious concerns about safety and border security. Meanwhile, universities like Maryland allow anti-Israel protests on the anniversary of a brutal Hamas attack. The current state of our nation demands we prioritize our children and national integrity before it's too late.

A group of illegal aliens tried to hijack two school buses filled with elementary school and middle school students. KAMALA HARRIS is to blame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send me a messageIn this episode of the Climate Confident podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Gagan Dhillon, the CEO and co-founder of Synop. Gagan and his team are helping commercial fleets transition to electric vehicles, focusing particularly on school buses and drayage trucks. We delved into the challenges fleet managers face when shifting from diesel to electric, and how Synop's platform optimises vehicle charging to reduce costs and increase uptime.One of the standout discussions was around Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) technology, especially how school buses, with their predictable routes and downtime, are ideal candidates for this emerging technology. Gagan also shared insights on the importance of global regions starting their infrastructure development with electric solutions, bypassing the need for traditional diesel.As always, the focus was on practical solutions that can drive real change. Whether you're involved in fleet management, policy-making, or just curious about the future of transport electrification, this episode offers valuable perspectives on the path ahead.Listen in to learn more about the critical role Synop is playing in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable transportation future.Support the Show.Podcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Lorcan Sheehan Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Devaang Bhatt Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper

School buses and vans in Lynn are banned from parking in city and residential street. A new policy will fine those who break this ordinance. For more, ask Alexa to play WBZ NewsRadio on #iHeartRadio.

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On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about a local chef winning a James Beard Award, explore a health company's expansion in Charleston, discuss the rollout of green school buses and talk about a man's book on scouting.

There are about half a million school buses in use in the U.S.  A large number of them are older, highly polluting diesel buses.  There are well-established health and climate benefits of switching from diesel vehicles to electric vehicles but making the switch is expensive.  Diesel buses generally cost between $65,000 to $120,000, depending on […]

(Jun 25, 2024) New York's electric bus mandate is seeing resistance from local voters in their district's yearly budget votes; we hear from a North Country transplant on a mission to promote Adirondack tourism on social media; and, we a preview of the Ottawa Jazz Festival, which continues through Sunday night.

(Jun 25, 2024) New York's electric bus mandate is seeing resistance from local voters in their district's yearly budget votes; we hear from a North Country transplant on a mission to promote Adirondack tourism on social media; and, we a preview of the Ottawa Jazz Festival, which continues through Sunday night.

Some school districts in Pennsylvania are getting money from the federal government to clean up their fleet of school buses. The Reading school district will receive the most money. Nearly one million dollars is going to support environmental education programs across the state. The projects range from summer camps to helping people protect their homes from stormwater. A new report shows that Philadelphia is becoming a major hub for companies and experts doing cell and gene therapy. A fired Penn State football team doctor has been awarded $5.25 million in his lawsuit against the university over his firing. Play is set to bein today at the U. .Women's Open in Lancaster County. Nelly Korda is among the favorites at the tournament that's  billed as the toughest test in golf. The longest serving school superintendent in Lancaster County has resigned.  Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this West Virginia Morning, federal officials are encouraging more school districts to switch to electric buses. Also, in this show, the appointed watchdog of the state's Foster Care System has resigned and The Allegheny Front interviews WVPB's Curtis Tate. The post Electric School Buses, State Foster Care Ombudsman Resigns And A Conversation On The Mountain Valley Pipeline, This West Virginia Morning appeared first on West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Today's conversation explores the topic of electric busing and the challenges and opportunities it presents for school districts. The panel of experts discusses the sweeping trends of electric busing nationwide, including the funding from the EPA and the political ramifications. They also touch on the logistical issues of infrastructure, training, and disposal of batteries. The implementation experiences of different districts are shared, highlighting the proactive approach to infrastructure upgrades and the importance of partnerships with utilities. The conversation also touches on the leasing model for acquiring electric buses and the success of electric busing in certain districts. The conversation explores the transition to electric buses in school transportation and its impact on drivers, student behavior, and cost of ownership. The first theme discussed is the initial challenges of finding drivers who were hesitant about the transition but eventually embraced the electric buses. The second theme focuses on the positive impact of electric buses on student behavior, with quieter buses leading to a decrease in behavior incidents. The third theme highlights the cost savings of electric buses compared to diesel buses, with significantly lower operating costs. Other topics discussed include the potential attraction of electric buses for younger drivers, the equity issue of diesel fumes affecting certain communities more than others, the importance of training and education for professionals in the industry, and the future evolution of alternative fuel methods in school transportation.Contact School Business Insider: Check us out on social media: LinkedIn Twitter (X) Website: https://asbointl.org/SBI Email: podcast@asbointl.org Make sure to like, subscribe and share for more great insider episodes!Disclaimer:The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the speaker's own and do not represent the views, thoughts, and opinions of the Association of School Business Officials International. The material and information presented here is for general information purposes only. The "ASBO International" name and all forms and abbreviations are the property of its owner and its use does not imply endorsement of or opposition to any specific organization, product, or service. The presence of any advertising does not endorse, or imply endorsement of, any products or services by ASBO International.ASBO International is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, nonpartisan organization and does not participate or intervene in any political campaign on behalf of, or in opposition to, any candidate for elective public office. The sharing of news or information concerning public policy issues or political campaigns and candidates are not, and should not be construed as, endorsements by ASBO Internatio...

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We're sharing an episode from our friends at the Bay Curious podcast.  California has fewer school buses than in other parts of the country. A survey conducted by the Federal Highway Administration found that nationally, almost 40% of school-aged kids ride a school bus. In California, that number is only 8%. KQED's Katrina Schwartz tracks down the reason why that number is so low.  

Have you ever noticed how few school buses there are in California? A survey by the Federal Highway Administration found that nationally, almost 40% of school-aged kids ride a school bus. In California, that number is only 8%. Why? It goes back to a state constitutional amendment passed in 1978. In this episode from Bay Curious, producer Katrina Schwartz dives into how this proposition led to California's lack of school buses.

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Bay Curious listener Jules Winters has great memories of riding the school bus as a kid in suburban Philadelphia. When she moved to the Bay Area, she immediately noticed there weren't as many of those big yellow buses taking kids to school. She wants to know why. Additional Reading: Why Doesn't California Have More School Buses? How the San Francisco School Lottery Works, And How It Doesn't Sign up for our newsletter Enter our Sierra Nevada Brewing Company monthly trivia contest Your support makes KQED podcasts possible. You can show your love by going to https://kqed.org/donate/podcasts This story was reported by Katrina Schwartz. Bay Curious is made by Olivia Allen-Price, Katrina Schwartz, and Christopher Beale. Additional support from Erika Kelly, Dan Brekke, Cesar Saldana, Jen Chien, Katie Sprenger, Maha Sanad, Jasmine Garnett, Carly Severn, Joshua Ling, Holly Kernan and the whole KQED family.

Turns out, the electric school buses Canada has implemented on Prince Edward Island are running into some problems. Who would have guessed? Howie exposes the climate lies for what they are in light of the freaky taste of outage the United States saw this morning.

Zum just hit a $1.3B valuation for reinventing the school bus: Electric and smart — but since kids are involved, they're facing some speed bumps.23&Me pioneered the home DNA test, but now they're close to bankruptcy — because of the “The Macarena Problem”: One-hit-wonder”And the largest stock fund in the world? It's Norway — Norway's sovereign wealth fund owns 2% of the world's stocks (no joke) and just had a record year… thanks to oil and oranges (we'll explain)$ME $TSLA $UBERSubscribe to our newsletter: tboypod.com/newsletterWant merch, a shoutout, or got TheBestFactYet? Go to: www.tboypod.comFollow The Best One Yet on Instagram, Twitter, and Tiktok: @tboypodAnd now watch us on YoutubeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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