The New England Electric Bus Initiative (NEEBI) is transforming school and commercial transportation across the region by accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles. Spearheaded by DeVivo Bus Sales—New England’s leading electric bus dealer—NEEBI brings together school districts and school bus contractors to the partners and suppliers they need to help them progress toward a cleaner and more sustainable future for student transportation.
Since launching in 2020 with the deployment of Connecticut’s first electric school bus, NEEBI has grown into the region’s most impactful clean transportation effort. By offering a full-service model that includes grant funding coordination, infrastructure consulting, and fleet deployment support, DeVivo Bus Sales has become a trusted partner in making electrification achievable and scalable.
What We Do
- Secure Funding: We help districts and contractors navigate and win federal, state, and utility funding programs like the EPA Clean School Bus Program.
- Deploy Infrastructure: Our in-house team supports every stage of charging infrastructure planning, permitting, and construction—and we work closely with trusted charging support suppliers to ensure seamless installation and long-term reliability.
- Deliver Vehicles: We represent top-tier electric bus manufacturers and oversee the full vehicle delivery process.
- Support Operations: We provide technician training, real-world performance insights, and long-term maintenance support to ensure lasting success.
Proven Impact
NEEBI is delivering real results for New England communities:
- 160+ electric school buses in procurement or operation across New England
- 60+ electric buses currently on the road, serving thousands of students daily
- Consistently positive feedback from drivers, students, and school officials on performance and ride quality
- Data-driven insights that inform vehicle reliability improvements and enhance after-sales service and support
Recent Successes
2022 EPA Clean School Bus Rebate Program
NEEBI helped secure funding for 52 electric school buses across five school districts:
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS): 25 buses
- New Bedford Public Schools (Whaling City Transit): 14 buses
- Fall River Public Schools (Whaling City Transit): 10 buses
- MSAD 57: 2 buses
- RSU 13: 1 bus
2023 EPA Clean School Bus Grant Program
NEEBI helped secure funding for 85 electric school buses across five school districts:
- Hartford Public Schools (Autumn Transportation): 25 buses
- CTECS – Connecticut Technical Education and Career System: 25 buses
- Worcester Public Schools: 15 buses
- Fall River Public Schools (Whaling City Transit): 10 buses
- New Bedford Public Schools (Whaling City Transit): 10 buses
2023 EPA Clean School Bus Rebate Program
NEEBI helped secure funding for 10 electric school buses across three school districts:
- Worcester Public Schools: 5 buses
- Hingham Public Schools: 3 buses
- East Hartford Public Schools (DATTCO): 2 buses
Additional Deployments
- Middletown Public Schools (DATTCO): 7 buses
- Capitol Region Education Council (CREC): 4 buses
Our Promise
NEEBI isn’t just about deploying new buses—it’s about delivering real change. Every vehicle we put on the road is a step toward healthier communities, reduced emissions, and a more resilient transportation network. We’re proud to be helping school districts lead by example in the fight against climate change.
Join us in moving New England forward—one electric bus at a time.