The Mobility House and Schneider Electric Unveil Solar Charging Depot for Turlock Unified's Electric School Bus Fleet
'Solar energy and electric buses are complementary technologies that provide a vision for the future of sustainable school transportation.'
The electric Blue Bird buses will replace diesel buses in the TUSD fleet, reducing air pollution and contributing to the district's goal to transition to an all-electric fleet by 2035. The buses will be charged by a combination of AC and DC chargers, with power from the solar canopies shading the parking lot. The charging logic of the charge management system, provided by The Mobility House, maximizes the use of on-site solar energy and minimizes the cost of energy purchased from the electric utility.
'I am so proud to congratulate Turlock Unified School District for this important step towards zero emissions transportation, powered by zero emissions energy,' said Greg Hintler, CEO of The Mobility House North America. 'Solar energy and electric buses are complementary technologies that provide a vision for the future of sustainable school transportation.'
Schneider Electric and The Mobility House have jointly deployed several electric school bus charging infrastructure projects in California to date, including previous installations at Stockton Unified School District and Modesto City Schools, with further deployments planned for later this summer.
'California school districts like Turlock are leading the way towards our electric future,' said Elliott Feldman, Program Manager at Schneider Electric. 'Their ambition and drive to implement sustainable solutions is a testament to the role they play in their community.'
About The Mobility House
The Mobility House is dedicated to shaping a zero-emissions future in energy and mobility. The company provides resilient charging technology that is reliable and flexible, ensuring drivers can benefit from zero emissions, zero cost charging. By integrating flexible charging with energy systems, The Mobility House helps stabilize the grid while moving away from fossil fuels. The company currently manages more than 2,500 EV fleet charging facilities globally, charges hundreds of thousands of electric vehicles, and manages energy storage of more than 100 MWh.
About Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric is a global leader in energy management and automation. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, Schneider Electric provides integrated solutions to make energy safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable.
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