"To change that, the state passed a law three years ago that requires every school bus across New York to be powered by clean electric energy by 2035. And starting in 2027, every new school bus purchased must be a zero-emission vehicle. But only 68 school buses of the 10,500 in New York City's fleet are currently electric, according to the city's Department of Education."
"When it comes to the money, New York City did secure a big chunk of funding from the federal government last March. At the time, Mayor Eric Adams announced that the $61.1 million grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) would put 180 new electric school buses into circulation. But the city's Department of Education told City Limits that the funds are yet to be distributed,"
New York State requires all school buses to run on clean electric energy by 2035 and bans non-electric school bus purchases starting in 2027. New York City currently operates only 68 electric buses out of a 10,500-vehicle fleet. Environmental groups express concern that slow funding distribution and limited transparency will hinder the city's ability to meet the mandate. Advocates have requested a City Council oversight hearing to clarify progress, spending, and timelines. The city received a $61.1 million federal EPA grant intended to fund 180 new electric buses, but the Department of Education says those funds remain undistributed.
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