Several Chicago area schools will receive dozens of new electric buses and charging stations thanks to a federal grant.
Several school districts in the Chicago area are going to receive dozens of new electric buses and charging stations thanks to a federal grant.The Illinois State Board of Education will distribute the $19.9 million to nine schools to replace 70 internal combustion engine buses with new electric buses. The grant will also pay for 70 electric vehicle charging stations and training to support the new technology.The grant from the U.S.
ISBE said the following school districts will receive the new electric buses:"Clean transportation solutions not only create healthier living and learning environments for our students but also save money for our school districts and taxpayers," said State Supt. of Education Dr. Tony Sanders, in a statement.
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