The Zero-Emission School Bus Replacement Incentive Program provides monetary incentives for the replacement of existing yellow school buses that transport public school children to and from school with zero-emission school buses in disadvantaged or low-income communities within the District boundaries. Eligible applicants are public school districts, Joint Power Authorities (JPA), and privately owned yellow school buses that are contracted with a public school to transport public school children. Applicants must obtain an executed contract from the SJVAPCD prior to the order or purchase of new all electric school bus.

For additional information, please contact Dynamic Renewable Solutions by phone (661) 496-1356. 

Applicant Workshops

The District hosted a public workshop to present, discuss, and receive feedback on the Zero-Emission School Bus Replacement Incentive Program and the Zero-Emission School Bus Infrastructure Incentive Program. Attendance at this workshop is NOT a requirement for submitting an application.

Watch Presentation
Powerpoint Presentation

For additional information, please contact program staff by email grants@valleyair.org or phone (559) 230-5800.

Projects will be funded on a first come, first served basis, based on the submittal of a complete application.

Incentive

The maximum eligible incentive amount is calculated up to the cost-effectiveness limit, not to exceed the maximum funding amount of $400,000. Maximum of 10 school buses per entity.

ELIGIBILITY 

  • The applicant must be the school bus owner that is a public school district, Joint Power Authorities (JPA), or private company that is contracted with a public school to transport public school children to and from school.
  • The applicant must be in compliance with the applicable California Air Resources Board (CARB) Statewide Truck and Bus Regulation.
  • The school bus must operate on diesel and have a current California Highway Patrol safety certificate.
  • Participants must serve school districts located within (or provide service to) a designated disadvantaged community or low income community within District boundaries

Application

Application Process


Charging Infrastructure

The District’s Zero-Emission School Bus Infrastructure Program provides funding of up to 100% of eligible costs for the purchase and installation of charging equipment to support charging of new school buses. Visit the Zero-Emission School Bus Infrastructure Incentive Program for more information.

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