Electric school buses with bi-directional charging technology, known as vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capability, are being used to help stabilize the electrical grid during peak demand periods. There are over 6,700 electric school buses deployed in the US, with some batteries exceeding 200 kilowatt-hours. These buses can charge during low demand times and send power back to the grid when demand is high. California is leading the way in V2G school bus technology, with projects in Oakland and San Francisco expected to generate significant amounts of electricity annually. Several states and organizations are investing in V2G infrastructure programs, with partnerships with major utilities like PG&E and Southern California Edison, aiming to utilize electric buses as generators during emergencies and disasters for climate resilience efforts. Regulatory frameworks and standards for V2G technology are still in the early stages.
https://cleantechnica.com/2026/07/04/electric-school-buses-put-batteries-to-work-to-stabilize-grids/