North Crawford School District awarded grant to purchase two electric school buses

CRAWFORD COUNTY, Wis. – The Vernon County Energy District (VCED) announced this week that they were able to assist the North Crawford School District secure a grant to purchase two electric school buses. VCED said the purchase is a major step forward in reducing the district’s environmental impact and providing a cleaner, healthier ride for students.

The grant funding comes from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and recognizes the district’s commitment to sustainable practices. North Crawford was awarded $690,000 to be applied to the purchase of two new electric school buses. The Vernon County Energy District played a key role in supporting North Crawford’s application.

Electric buses offer numerous benefits, including:

• Reduced emissions for cleaner air
• Quieter operation for a more peaceful ride
• Lower operating costs for the school district...