The Spencerport Central School District has been selected to receive a $400,000 rebate toward the purchase of two electric buses through the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Rebate program. Spencerport was one of 47 communities selected across the state, and was the only local recipient.
The Clean School Bus Rebate program provides upfront payments to eligible entities to subsidize buying zero-emission or clean school buses, fund the necessary charging infrastructure, and pay for related expenses like professional training. Recipients get the money upfront to ensure a smooth purchasing process. Rebates totaling about $95.7 million were awarded for the purchase of over 350 electric buses and five propane buses.
“Transitioning to a zero-emission school bus fleet not only represents our commitment to a greener future but shows our commitment to the health and well-being of the next generation. New York communities are benefiting from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law investments, including this substantial funding to help school districts make the switch to electric buses. Thank you to President Biden and our partners at the EPA for supporting New York’s investments to reduce pollution and build healthy communities,” said Governor Kathy Hochul.
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