105 Fast EV Charging Stations Coming To Boston Public Schools - CleanTechnica

Orion Energy Systems has secured a $4 million contract to install 105 fast DC electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at the Freeport Bus Yard for Boston Public Schools (BPS). These chargers are intended to support the district’s ambitious plan to electrify its entire fleet of 750 school buses, making it the largest school bus electrification program in the Northeastern United States. The installation features an innovative above-ground mounting system with Jersey barriers, continuing Orion/Voltrek’s ongoing partnership with BPS. The shift to electric school buses offers significant health and environmental benefits. Unlike diesel buses, electric buses produce zero tailpipe emissions, reducing exposure to harmful pollutants such as particulate matter (PM) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), which are linked to respiratory problems, cancer, and brain development issues, especially in children. Additional advantages include lower greenhouse gas emissions, reduced maintenance costs, quieter operation, and potential fuel savings. The transition also aligns with broader efforts to reduce fossil fuel dependence, which