The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) offers grants to school districts and school bus contractors for the purchase of electric school buses and charging infrastructure. Grants awards vary based on charger type and whether the applicant operates in an overburdened community. Grants are available in the following amounts: 

Technology 

Maximum Grant Amount 

Overburdened School District Maximum Grant Amount 

Electric School Bus + Level 2 Charger 

$270,000 

$300,000 

Electric School Bus + Direct Current Fast Charger 

$290,000 

$320,000 

Electric School Bus + Bi-Directional Charging Option 

$320,000 

$350,000 

School bus contractors must apply in conjunction with a specified school or school district. For more information, including eligibility requirements, program evaluation criteria, and bi-directional charging details, see the NJDEP Electric School Bus Grant Program website and the Electric School Bus Grant Solicitation(PDF).