2019 Contribution to Town of Chapel Hill for Purchase of an Electric Bus
Date: April 2019
Description: The cost differential between the cost of a new, diesel bus and the cost of an electric bus was given to the Town of Chapel Hill to encourage and help them in purchasing 3 buses for the Town’s fleet. The buses are currently in operation and have sent the precedent for more electric bus purchases in the Town’s future.
Allocation amount: $390,000
Benefits to students and UNC:
- Reduced Carbon Footprint
- Cleaner Air
- Less Noise Pollution from Buses
Video Highlight about the Buses: