Green Guru Network

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is seeking applications for the New York State Clean Air School Bus Program (PON 1896), Round 3. Applicants can apply for a project grant to have their currently operating school buses retrofitted with US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or California Air Resource Board (CARB)-certified/verified, emission-reducing technology or New York State Department of Transportation-approved diesel fuel-fired coolant heaters that provide supplemental heat for preheating the engine coolant and passenger compartment. Included in these emission-reducing technologies would be oxidation catalysts, crank-case ventilation filters, flow-through filters, and particulate traps or filters and NOx controls. Eligible applicants include municipalities, school districts, private contractors, and State agencies, departments, and public authorities. Contact: Adam Ruder at1-866-NYSERDA Ext. 3411 Deadline: December 30 2011