Electric School Bus Guidebook
Information, strategies, and resources to transition your ESB fleet
The New York State Electric School Bus (ESB) Guidebook contains information, strategies, and resources to assist school districts, contractors, and other stakeholders as they transition school buses in the State to zero-emission operation by 2035. The ESB Guidebook covers a variety of school bus electrification topics, including the environmental benefits of electrification, electric school bus and charger purchasing, available incentives, site planning, workforce training, and operations and maintenance of electric school buses.
The guides will be periodically updated with new materials and information on ESBs and the State’s transition.
Read the Guidebook by Topic
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Benefits of School Bus Electrification
Learn about the public health, environmental, and energy conservation benefits of electric school buses.Read More [PDF] Benefits of School Bus Electrification -
Electric School Bus Purchasing
Discover available ESB models and how to navigate different procurement and financing methods for purchasing.Read More [PDF] Electric School Bus Purchasing -
Electric School Bus Charger Purchasing
Learn about available ESB chargers and how to procure, finance, and maintain charging infrastructure.Read More [PDF] Electric School Bus Charger Purchasing -
Financial Incentives for Electric School Buses and Chargers
Explore the federal and state financial incentives available for school districts as they transition to ESBs and install charging infrastructure.Read More [PDF] Financial Incentives for Electric School Buses and Chargers -
Routing and Range Requirements for Electric School Buses
Review important considerations for route planning and prioritization when transitioning to ESBs—and how factors like weather and terrain can affect driving range.Read More [PDF] Routing and Range Requirements for Electric School Buses -
Electric School Bus Storage and Charger Site Planning
Lay the groundwork for developing a site plan for ESBs and charging equipment.Read More [PDF] Electric School Bus Storage and Charger Site Planning -
ESB Operations and Maintenance
Learn about the facilities, personnel, policies, procedures, and resources required for proper operation and maintenance of electric school buses.Read More [PDF] ESB Operations and Maintenance -
Electric School Bus Charging Equipment Operations and Management
Access guidance on how to create an operations and maintenance plan for ESB charging equipment.Read More [PDF] Electric School Bus Charging Equipment Operations and Management -
Electric School Bus and Charging Safety
Review additional safety measures, training, and resources for electric school buses and charging equipment.Read More [PDF] Electric School Bus and Charging Safety -
Workforce Development Strategies and Training Needs
Explore workforce development needs, strategies, and incentives to ensure districts are prepared for a seamless transition to ESBs.Read More [PDF] Workforce Development Strategies and Training Needs
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