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University at Buffalo Deploys Eight Electric Transit Buses, Begins Campus Electrification
WHY IT MATTERS
The shift to electric buses reduces the university’s diesel dependency and signals a broader commitment to sustainable campus operations, potentially lowering fuel costs and emissions over the next four years.
What happened
The University at Buffalo has introduced eight new 40‑foot electric transit buses into its Stampede fleet.
These vehicles now quietly transport students, staff, and campus visitors each day, replacing diesel power for the first time in the fleet.
The deployment marks the start of a four‑year plan to electrify the university’s campus transportation system, aiming to phase out diesel buses across the campus network.
PRIMARY SOURCES
University at Buffalo adds electric buses to Stampede Fleet
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