Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) School Bus Replacement Program
Forecasted
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) School Bus Replacement Program supports Georgia school systems in replacing buses to reduce diesel emissions and protect children's health.
Funder: Georgia Environmental Protection Division
Due Dates: Due Dates (Anticipated): Not yet announced
Summary: Supports Georgia school systems in replacing school buses to reduce diesel emissions and protect children's health.
Description
The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) School Bus Replacement Program is run by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division (EPD) to help school systems in Georgia reduce emissions from their bus fleets. The program addresses exposure to harmful diesel exhaust among children traveling to and from school, as well as the drivers and mechanics who operate and maintain buses.
The program also helps establish partnerships among school systems, community businesses, corporations, and civic organizations around the shared goal of protecting children's health and well-being. It sits within EPD's broader efforts to encourage school systems to retrofit buses to reduce harmful emissions.
