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FTA Announces First-Time Initiative to Build Resilience During Natural Disasters by Using Transit Buses to Generate Power<\/h2>\n

Published on:<\/strong> April 13, 2022<\/em><\/p>\n

To help communities respond to natural disasters, the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today published a $1 million Notice of Funding Opportunity<\/a> for an organization or partnership to develop standards for exportable power systems from electric and fuel cell-powered buses, which can supply electricity to community buildings, emergency shelters and hospitals during power disruptions.<\/p>\n

The Bus Exportable Power Systems (BEPS) Program<\/a> is one of the first steps in an initiative to build community resiliency through transit. It supports the Biden-Harris Administration\u2019s investment in America\u2019s infrastructure and commitment to support communities during emergencies, which are occurring more frequently due to climate change.<\/p>\n

The BEPS program was identified by Congress as part of the 2021 Appropriations Act as a strategy to help communities and states during emergencies and natural disasters. Applications are due by June 13.<\/p>\n

Links:
\nBus Exportable Power Systems (BEPS) Program<\/a>
\nNotice of Funding Opportunity<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The deadline for submitting proposals for this opportunity is June 13, 2022. 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