InspireNOLA Charter Schools has deployed 42 electric school buses across New Orleans, marking the largest electric school bus fleet in Louisiana. The buses now provide daily transportation for more than 3,000 students across the charter network’s schools.
Highlights
- 42 IC Bus Type C electric school buses replace diesel vehicles across 58 daily routes covering 3,400 miles
- Dedicated charging depot at 4099 Industrial Parkway features seven Kempower C800 power cabinets with 52 charge ports
- Funding sources include EPA Clean School Bus Program awards and federal tax credits
- Highland Electric Fleets’ Electrification-as-a-Service model eliminates upfront fleet upgrade costs for the district
Fleet Operations and Infrastructure
A&S Transportation operates the electric fleet with support from Highland Electric Fleets through its Electrification-as-a-Service (EaaS) model. The deployment replaces traditional diesel buses while maintaining service across 58 daily routes.
The IC Bus Type C electric school buses are supported by a dedicated charging facility featuring seven Kempower C800 power cabinets. The system provides 52 total charge ports through satellite dispensers, enabling overnight charging and operational flexibility.
Funding Structure
The project received funding through the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean School Bus Program, supplemented by available federal tax credits. Highland’s service model allows InspireNOLA Charter Schools to deploy the electric fleet without additional upfront capital costs.
District Background
InspireNOLA Charter Schools operates seven public charter schools in New Orleans, serving more than 5,000 students in prekindergarten through 12th grade. The network includes Alice M. Harte Charter School, Andrew H. Wilson Charter School, Dwight D. Eisenhower Charter School, Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M. School, Edna Karr High School, Eleanor McMain Secondary School, and McDonogh 35 Senior High School.
A&S Transportation has served the New Orleans community since 2019 and operates as a sister brand to Durham School Services.
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