Episode 49: Charging ahead: Financing and powering resilient all-electric school bus fleets

Jason Washington, Associate Superintendent of Supporting Services, Prince George’s Country Public Schools

Electrifying vehicle fleets is no longer a distant goal—it’s happening now in school districts, cities, and campuses across the country. In this episode, we explore what it takes to transition large fleets to all-electric, from financing to infrastructure and community impact. Our guest shares lessons the K-12 perspectives, highlighting challenges and opportunities. Listeners will gain practical insights into how electrification can reduce emissions, improve health outcomes, and reshape the future of community transportation.

Guest:
Jason Washington
Associate Superintendent of Supporting Services, Prince George’s County Public Schools
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Host:
Dave Karlsgodt
Vice President, Infrastructure, Energy & Sustainability
Brailsford & Dunlavey

Production Team:
Executive producer and host: Dave Karlsgodt
Producer, sound editor: Kristan Crawford
Producers: Karmela Lejarde, Allison Bruns

Music courtesy of the Gio Washington-Wright Big Band

Episode Transcript:

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