Webinars
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation offers webinars to help states and key stakeholders build capacity for electric vehicles and plan for charging infrastructure.
Upcoming
No upcoming webinars are scheduled at this time.
Past
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Electric School Bus Familiarization: Charging Overview
Nov. 20, 2024
The last in a four-part series of electric school bus familiarization training series will provide technicians and other school bus fleet personnel with an overview of electric vehicle battery charging standards, charger maintenance requirements and charger safety considerations.
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s 2024 Clean School Bus (CSB) Rebate Program Frequently Asked Questions Overview
Nov. 18, 2024
Hosted by EPA, this webinar will provide an overview of frequently asked questions about the 2024 Clean School Bus (CSB) Rebate Program.
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Applying Justice40 to EV Charging
Nov. 12, 2024
This webinar focused on how Justice40 is currently being implemented with respect to electric vehicle (EV) charging, and what metrics are best suitable for cities, states, and other stakeholders to employ.
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EPA Clean School Bus Program: Panel Discussion with CSB Rebate Program Selectees and Electric Utility Providers
Nov. 7, 2024
This webinar is co-hosted with the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation will cover overall lessons learned from grantee experiences with implementing their project and partnership with their utility company.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Technical Assistance Overview and Utility Planning
Oct. 16, 2024
This webinar is co-hosted with the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (JOET) will provide an overview of technical assistance resources from JOET, as well as how to effectively plan with local utility provider for the transition to electric school buses.
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Electric School Bus Familiarization: High Voltage Safety Considerations
Oct. 1, 2024
The third in a four-part series of electric school bus familiarization training series, provided technicians or other school bus fleet personnel with an overview of high-voltage risks, safety, and protection.
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2024 Clean School Bus Program Rebate Program Overview Session
Oct. 1, 2024
Hosted by EPA, this webinar is for the 2024 CSB Rebate Program focused on providing an overview of the 2024 CSB Rebate Program Guide, specifically highlighting changes from previous funding opportunities.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Electrification Process including a Step-by-Step Guide for New Adopters
Sept. 25, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about electrification process including a step-by-step guide for new adopters for their clean school bus projects.
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CSB Grant Program: Programmatic and Fiscal Responsibilities, and Overview of the Automated Standard Application for Payments system
Sept. 17, 2024
This webinar covered programmatic and fiscal responsibilities for funding recipients under the 2023 Clean School Bus Grant Program, including an overview of the Automated Standard Application for Payments (ASAP) system.
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Engaging Utilities: Public Power Utilities Deploying EV Charging
Sept. 17, 2024
This webinar delved into the work of public power utilities across the country, learning how programs have evolved to meet the needs of an electrified transportation system.
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The EV Experience: What to Expect from Public Charging
Sept. 10, 2024
The Joint Office dives into the experience across different types of charging speeds and connectors, new EV model availability and options, and what drivers can expect at public charging stations.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Building a Case For ESBs in your Fleet including Benefits, Total Cost Of Ownership, and Emissions Calculators
Aug. 28, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about building a case for ESBs in your fleet including benefits, total cost of ownership (TCO), and emissions calculators for their clean school bus projects.
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Explore the Public EV Charging Infrastructure Playbook
Aug. 27, 2024
The Joint Office hosted a webinar on August 27, 2024 showcasing the latest set of modules designed to help communities, planning organizations, local and state governments, Tribal Nations, and other decision makers navigate important considerations when planning and deploying EV charging infrastructure.
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Electric School Bus Familiarization: Bus Technology Overview
Aug. 7, 2024
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) hosted the second in a four-part series of webinars providing operators, technicians, and other school bus fleet members with a fundamental understanding of electric school bus technology.
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Battery Overview, Recycling/End-of-Life Options, and Warranties
July 31, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about battery overview, recycling/end-of-life options, and warranties for their clean school bus projects.
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Discover the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy
June 25, 2024
The National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy sets an actionable vision and comprehensive approach to accelerating the deployment of a world-class, zero-emission freight network.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Differences Between ESBs and ICE Buses, ESB Maintenance, and Bus RFP Best Practices
June 18, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about the differences between ESBs and ICE buses, ESB maintenance, and bus RFP best practices for their clean school bus projects.
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Engaging Utilities: Rural Cooperatives Working to Deploy EV Charging
June 18, 2024
Landscape of rural utilities in transportation electrification, best practices and strategies for building EV charging infrastructure, and how to plan for future transportation needs.
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2023 Clean School Bus Rebate Selectees Next Steps
June 13, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about next steps for 2023 CSB Rebate selectees, an overview of the Payment Request Form (PRF), and helpful resources for school districts implementing these clean school bus projects.
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Webinar 2: CFI NOFO Overview: Reconsideration of Round 1 Applications
June 11, 2024
Information specific to the funding for applications previously submitted under FY 2022/2023 Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program (Round 1).
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Webinar 1: Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant NOFO Overview
June 6, 2024
Information about the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program.
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Webinar: Reliability Strategies for Electric Vehicle Charging
May 23, 2024
Recent updates from the National Charging Experience Consortium (ChargeX Consortium).
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Equipment Overview, Future Proofing, EVSE RFPs, and Best Practices
May 22, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about equipment overview, future proofing, EVSE RFPs, and best practices for their clean school bus projects.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: Charging Best Practices, Incorporating Charge Management, Solar, Battery Storage, and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
April 24, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about charging best practices, incorporating charge management, solar, battery storage, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) into their clean school bus projects.
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Webinar: Overview for Electric School Bus Operators
April 10, 2024
This first in a four part series of webinars provided operators, technicians, and other school bus fleet members with a fundamental understanding of electric school bus technology.
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Joint Office Technical Assistance Webinar Series: How to Develop a Training Plan And Where to get Certified Training
March 27, 2024
During this webinar, attendees learned about how to develop a training plan and where to get certified training for the implementation of their clean school bus projects.
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Resources and Next Steps for 2023 CSB Grant Selectees
March 20, 2024
During this webinar for the 2023 CSB Grants, CSB program staff highlighted important next steps for awarded grantees, including an overview of reporting requirements and sharing resources to help grantees successfully implement their grants throughout the project period.
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Webinar: Zero-Emission Bus Resources
March 14, 2024
This webinar covered available resources from the Joint Office for school districts and transit agencies making the transition to zero-emission buses.
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Webinar: Workforce Development Tools and Resources
March 5, 2024
This webinar focused on workforce training programs, job creation, and local and economic hiring preferences in the transition to electrified transportation.
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Webinar: Curbside EV Charging Strategies
Feb. 27, 2024
Best practices, challenges, and strategies for effectively planning, deploying, and operating curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging projects.
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Webinar: Permitting and Site Selection Strategies for EV Charging Infrastructure
Feb. 13, 2024
Presenters speak to their on-the-ground experience with site selection and discuss approaches to streamline permitting processes for the construction and installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
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2023 Rebates Q&A Office Hours
Feb. 7, 2024
During this webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates, CSB program staff answered questions from attendees before the application deadline.
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Webinar: What’s in Store for 2024
Jan. 25, 2024
A look ahead at the focus of the Joint Office for 2024, with updates from the executive director and senior advisers.
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CSB Outreach: Resources to Engage Your Community
Jan. 24, 2024
During this webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates, CSB program staff focused on how selectees can further engage their communities in their transition to cleaner fleets including an overview of the CSB electric school bus activity book.
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2023 CSB Rebates Popular Q&A with Extended Q&A Session
Jan. 9, 2024
During this webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates, CSB program staff outlined the answers to popular questions and answered many questions from the audience about the 2023 CSB Rebates.
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Overview of IRS Tax Credits with Dept of Treasury
Dec. 5, 2023
This webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates was a guest presentation from the Department of Treasury providing an overview of certain Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax credits applicable to bus and infrastructure purchases.
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Webinar: Ride Electric: The Importance of Multimodal Transportation
Dec. 5, 2023
This webinar focused on how federal funding supports multimodal hubs in your community, gave information on innovative approaches to micromobility, and left participants with knowledge of where to access technical assistance and funding to support the transition to zero-emission transportation.
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APTA/FTA Power Up: Working with Electric Utilities in Public Transportation’s Zero-Emission Transition
Nov. 29, 2023
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) will co-host a webinar with the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) with tips for transit agencies to work with public electric utilities as they transition to zero-emission vehicles. Attend to learn more about reviewing the physical infrastructure and power-supply required to charge multiple battery electric buses at a time, and ways to work out the most favorable rates. Registration is required.
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EV Charging Resources and Technical Assistance for Tribal Nations
Nov. 15, 2023
Learn about resources and technical assistance available to Tribal Nations for EV charging infrastructure projects.
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Panel Discussion: Transportation Directors with Q&A
Nov. 14, 2023
This webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates was a panel discussion with transportation directors from selected school districts for potential applicants to understand how they conducted their fleet planning and route analysis when making the transition to cleaner buses, followed by questions from the audience.
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Centering Equity in Community-Based E-Mobility Projects: An Expert Panel
Nov. 8, 2023
Learn how project developers and managers ensure equitable community-level outcomes while accelerating the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging.
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Clean School Bus: JOET - Fleet Planning & Route Analysis and Q&A
Nov. 2, 2023
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses.
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Panel Discussion: Selectee and Utility with Q&A
Oct. 17, 2023
This webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates was a panel discussion between past CSB selectees and their utility providers to show potential applicants how to initiate the planning process and what types of questions to asked, followed by questions from the audience.
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Clean School Bus: JOET - TA Overview & Utility Planning with Q&A
Oct. 12, 2023
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses.
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Panel Discussion: 2022 Rebate Selectees with Q&A
Oct. 4, 2023
This webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates was a panel discussion with 2022 Rebate Selectees focusing on their experience with applying for and implementing a CSB Rebate followed up by questions from the audience.
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Program Guide Overview and Application Walkthrough
Sept. 28, 2023
This webinar for the 2023 CSB Rebates focused on providing an overview of the 2023 CSB Rebates Program Guide, specifically highlighting changes from previous funding opportunities, as well as a live application walkthrough to demonstrate how to apply.
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2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Close Out Form Overview
Sept. 21, 2023
During this webinar for the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates, the presentation provided overview of the close out process requirements and timeline, a live walkthrough of the close out form and user guide, and an extensive question and answer session.
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Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator
Sept. 21, 2023
The Federal Highway Administration is hosting a webinar to provide an overview of the Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator notice of funding opportunity (NOFO).
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2023 Grants: Feedback & Next Steps
Aug. 30, 2023
During this webinar, attendees will learn about feedback received about the 2023 Clean School Bus Grant Program, share additional feedback, and learn about next steps if selected for funding.
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Clean School Bus: Training, Maintenance Considerations, and Electric Bus Myths
July 26, 2023
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses.
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Clean School Bus: Fleet Planning and Route Analysis
July 11, 2023
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses.
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Webinar: Resilience and Futureproofing Considerations for EV Charging Infrastructure
June 27, 2023
Learn how to build resilience and futureproof in site planning and design for EV charging infrastructure.
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Panel Discussion with 2022 Rebate Selectees
June 21, 2023
During this webinar, several selectees from the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate discussed their experiences with the program and the transition to cleaner fleets.
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Webinar: Workforce Development for the EV Charging Sector
June 13, 2023
Learn how to build a diverse and highly skilled workforce within the electrified transportation industry to support the operation and maintenance of EV charging infrastructure.
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CSB 2023 Grants: Technical Assistance & Utility Planning w. Joint Office of Energy & Transportation
June 8, 2023
Authorized by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses. The second funding opportunity under this program is the 2023 Clean School Bus Grants Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
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Webinar: Ensuring a Reliable Charging Experience
June 8, 2023
Learn how to ensure a reliable charging experience. This webinar will discuss contracting considerations, cybersecurity, and the newly launched ChargeX Consortium.
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Webinar: EV-ChART Data Format and Preparation Guidance
June 6, 2023
This webinar provides an overview of data reporting requirements under 23 CFR 680.112 and will preview guidance and data input documents for the EV-Charging Analytics and Reporting Tool (EV-ChART).
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2023 Grants: SAM.gov & Grants.gov Overview
June 1, 2023
During this webinar, EPA provided attendees with an overview of SAM.gov and Grants.gov and the grant application process.
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Webinar: Designing for Accessible EV Charging Stations
May 18, 2023
Learn more about the design and construction of EV charging stations that are accessible to and usable by people with disabilities.
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2023 Grants NOFO Information Session #1
May 10, 2023
Webinar attendees learned more about this grant opportunity and shared their feedback.
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Webinar: Minority-Owned Business Outreach and Partnerships for EV Infrastructure
May 9, 2023
Learn more about minority-owned business outreach and federal government resources for EV infrastructure.
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Webinar: Demo of AFLEET Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Emissions Tool
May 3, 2023
Learn more about the AFLEET CFI Emissions Tool for use in corridor project proposals to the Federal Highway Administration’s CFI Discretionary Grant Program.
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Webinar: Community Charging Models
April 25, 2023
Learn more about key considerations of community charging models and how EV charging can meet community needs and support equitable and widespread EV adoption.
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Webinar: Sample Cybersecurity Procurement Clauses for EV Charging Infrastructure
April 18, 2023
Learn about sample cybersecurity procurement clauses for electric vehicle charging infrastructure contracts that may assist state agencies in writing requests for proposals and contracts.
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Webinar: Community Engagement in Transportation
April 11, 2023
Learn about stakeholder engagement with underserved communities to ensure equitable outcomes for electric vehicle infrastructure deployment.
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Webinar: State of the Practice in EV Charging Station Site Design
April 4, 2023
State and local agencies, site hosts, utilities, and others can learn about the approach to design of EV charging stations that conform to NEVI Formula Program requirements.
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Webinar: Contracting and Procurement Considerations for EV Station Deployment
March 28, 2023
Learn about contracting and procurement mechanisms and how to best engage with selected contractors to get the highest benefit for EV charging station users and operators.
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Webinar: State of the Practice in DC Charging Station Site Evaluation and Deployment Processes
March 23, 2023
Hear from the Colorado Energy Office and Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on the state of the practice for electric vehicle charging station site evaluation and deployment processes.
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Webinars: Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program
March 21, 2023
March 22, 2023
Two informational webinars about the Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program.
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Webinar: Utilities, Commissions, and State DOTs: Working Together to Deploy EV Charging
March 21, 2023
Hear the perspective of a utility, a public utility commission, and a state department of transportation (DOT) working to deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
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Webinar: Bridging Transportation and Energy Through Regional Coordination
Feb. 28, 2023
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) hosted a webinar with metropolitan regional planning organizations and partners coordinating sustainable transportation deployment.
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Webinar: EV Charging Minimum Standards Rule
Feb. 21, 2023
Feb. 23, 2023
The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), in coordination with the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, held two informational webinars on the recently released Electric Vehicle Charging Minimum Standards Rule.
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Webinar: DOT FTA Low-No and Bus Competitive Grant Programs FY 2023 Notice of Funding
Feb. 16, 2023
Feb. 28, 2023
Join the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Transit Authority (FTA) for a webinar to learn about the Low or No Emission and Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Programs FY2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity.
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2022 CSB Rebates Selectees Utility and Infrastructure Planning
Feb. 9, 2023
During this webinar, EPA held a listening session to discuss next steps for selectees. EPA reviewed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law details that fund the Clean School Bus Program, timeline and requirements for selectees. NREL discussed utility and infrastructure planning. EPA and NREL then held a live Q&A session.
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Webinar: Meet and Greet Gabe Klein, Joint Office Executive Director
Jan. 24, 2023
Gabe Klein, executive director of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office), hosted a virtual Meet and Greet Jan. 24, 2023, discussing Joint Office fiscal year 2023 priorities.
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2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Selectees Next Steps
Dec. 7, 2022
During this webinar, EPA held a listening session to discuss next steps for selectees. EPA reviewed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law details that fund the Clean School Bus Program, timeline and requirements for selectees, and conducted a live demonstration of the Payment Request Form.
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EPA Clean School Bus Grants: Information & Listening Session
Oct. 5, 2022
During this webinar, EPA held a listening session to hear from stakeholders on how to build its Clean School Bus Grants Program
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DOE Justice Week Webinar: Mapping Tools for Identifying Underserved Communities
Sept. 15, 2022
On Sept. 15, 2022, the U.S. Department of Energy hosted a free webinar featuring the various mapping tools available for identifying underserved communities.
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Webinar: Bus Fleet Transition Technical Assistance
Sept. 15, 2022
Join FTA and the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to learn about new technical assistance being offered to transit agencies and entities receiving—or planning to apply for—federal funds to expand or transition their fleets with clean and green buses.
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EPA Clean School Bus Rebates: Feedback and Next Steps
Aug. 24, 2022
During this webinar, EPA reviewed next steps in the Clean School Bus rebate process and to get feedback from program participants about the application process.
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U.S. Department of Agriculture: Rural Electric Cooperatives
Aug. 10, 2022
For this webinar, EPA partnered with USDA to discuss electric vehicle charging infrastructure in rural communities.
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How to Apply with Live Q&A
July 27, 2022
Webinar attendees learned who is eligible, who is prioritized, which buses are eligible for rebates, how to apply, and what the selection process will be.
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How to Apply with Live Q&A Part 1
June 29, 2022
The first funding opportunity under this program is the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates. EPA is offering $500 million for zero-emission and clean school bus rebates.
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Webinar: Building Justice40 and Equity Considerations into State Plans
June 24, 2022
This webinar provided an overview of equity considerations for planning and deploying electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
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EPA Clean School Bus Program: Joint Office of Energy and Transportation: EV Infrastructure
June 22, 2022
Authorized by the recently signed Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, EPA’s Clean School Bus Program provides $5 billion over the next five years to replace school buses with low- and zero-emission school buses.
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How to Apply with Live Q&A June 15
June 15, 2022
Webinar attendees learned who is eligible, who is prioritized, which buses are eligible for rebates, how to apply, and what the selection process will be.
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How to Apply with Live Q & A
June 8, 2022
The first funding opportunity under this program is the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebates. EPA is offering $500 million for zero-emission and clean school bus rebates.
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Zero-Emission and Clean School Bus Rebate Program Now Open!
May 24, 2022
This webinar provided information on who is eligible, who is prioritized, which buses are eligible for rebates, how to apply, and what the selection process will be.
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Webinar: Themes from the First Two Months of Technical Assistance
May 2, 2022
This webinar featured a discussion of common themes and questions encountered during the first two months of state technical assistance (TA) by the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation.
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Clean School Bus Rebates
April 27, 2022
During this webinar, EPA provided an update on the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Program, including eligibility and application information. EPA described the available technologies, costs, and resources for technical assistance. Please note that due to ongoing program development, not all program details were available at the time.
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Introduction to EPA's Clean School Bus Rebate Program
March 23, 2022
During this webinar, EPA introduced the 2022 Clean School Bus Rebate Program, including eligibility and application information. EPA described the available technologies, costs, and resources for technical assistance. Please note that due to ongoing program development, not all program details were available at the time.
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Webinar: Technical Assistance for State Departments of Transportation
March 8, 2022
This webinar was a meet-and-greet with the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation's Technical Assistance Team.
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Webinar: Introduction to the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation
Feb. 24, 2022
This webinar was an introduction to the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation and an overview of how the office will support the deployment of zero-emission transportation infrastructure.
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Clean School Bus Program Stakeholder Listening Session
Dec. 15, 2021
This 1.5 hour video provides a program overview of the new clean school bus funding included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.