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Hydrogen is the most abundant molecule on Earth. In a fuel cell, it can power an electric motor with water being the only emissions. But hydrogen has so far not been considered a viable option for zero- emissions school buses. Hyperion and Pegasus Specialty Vehicles are hoping to change that perspective with
a fuel-cell school bus expected to be launched next year. Read more at
stnonline.com/go/fd.
The Lion Electric Company will soon manufacture its own lithium-ion batteries for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including school buses. Read more at
stnonline.com/go/fe.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is now accepting round two of the Clean School Bus Program. School Districts have through Aug. 22 to submit applications for competitive grant funding. Find more details at
stnonline.com/go/ff. The agency also recently proposed further reductions of greenhouse gas emissions, setting stronger carbon dioxide (CO2) standards for school buses. Read that article
stnonline.com/go/fg.
The network or Wi-Fi bandwidth at school bus charging locations play a critical role in charger and vehicle communications. Learn more from Gregg Kresge, a utility engagement and transportation electrification expert with the World Resources Institute, at
stnonline.com/go/fc.
A Stockton (California) Unified School District blueprint, developed by the Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), environmental consultant NV5, and electric charging company The Mobility House, highlights the benefits of charge management solutions and AC chargers. Read the article at
stnonline.com/go/fo.
A seventh grader in Michigan was lauded as a hero after he prevented his school bus from crashing when the bus driver lost consciousness. Find out what happened at
stnonline.com/go/fp.
The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating the death of a student by a motorist who crashed into a school bus at a stop in Wisconsin. Learn more at
stnonline.com/go/fz.
April Poll Results Have staff salaries increased this school year to keep up inflation?
STN EXPO Indy Recap Follow all the action at this month’s STN EXPO Indianapolis by following along on social media and
stnonline.com/tag/ stn-expo-indy. It will be like you are celebrating with us in-person.
Panelists present at STN EXPO Indy 2022
Attending the event? Email taylor@stnonline with your pictures for a chance to be featured on our social media channels, website or in the magazine.
12 School Transportation News • JUNE 2023
69% No 16% Yes 15% Barely
(Out of 167 online votes cast from April 3-30.)
Take This Month’s Web Poll How receptive is your operation to adopting electric vehicles? Vote now at
stnonline.com/polls.
New Blogs! STN EXPO Indianapolis keynote speaker provides a guide to leading with emotional intelligence in school transportation. Read a blog by Sylvie Di Giusto, “When Emotions Are in the School Bus Driver’s Seat,” and stay up to date on her presentation at STN EXPO Indy. Find the blog at
stnonline.com/go/fn. Another blog, also by Giusto, “Why Blend in When You Can Stand Out,” can be read at
stnonline.com/go/fm. In this blog she urges student transporters to discover their fair advantages.
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