The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS) to receive over $10 million to replace 30 diesel buses with zero-emission vehicles. This move aims to reduce harmful emissions of nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and greenhouse gases, benefiting students, staff, and the community while lowering transportation costs. The project, part of President Biden's Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program, emphasizes the importance of transitioning from internal combustion engine vehicles to cleaner alternatives. By partnering with Highland Electric Fleets, SLPS plans to ensure efficient use of funds and successful project implementation. EPA's initiative not only focuses on replacing vehicles but also on developing clean vehicle infrastructure and training workers to deploy zero-emission technologies. The selected projects aim to improve air quality and create job opportunities, particularly benefiting communities disproportionately affected by pollution. By prioritizing disadvantaged areas facing air quality challenges, the program aligns with President Biden's Justice40 Initiative, striving to deliver substantial benefits to marginalized communities. Approximately 70% of the funding will support the purchase of clean school buses, contributing to the Clean School Bus Program and enhancing children's health during their daily commutes. The grants also advance the Biden-Harris administration's National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization and the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy. EPA's efforts in promoting clean transportation underscore a positive step towards environmental sustainability and public health improvement.