"From Yellow to Green: How Electric School Buses Are Revolutionizing Districts Across the US"

School districts in New York state are preparing for a major shift towards electric buses, as a state mandate requires all new school bus purchases to be electric by 2027 and aims for 100 percent of the bus fleet to be electric by 2035. However, districts are facing challenges such as the cost of electric buses, which are two to three times more expensive than standard buses, and the need for infrastructure to support charging. Districts are exploring options for state and federal funding to help with the transition. Some districts have already tested electric buses, but concerns remain about range limitations and the ability to cover large areas.