Hingham Public Schools hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday to celebrate the deployment of 13 electric school buses. The electric school buses now make up nearly half of the district's school bus fleet, following the addition of 10 buses to the 3 originally announced in 2025.
According to a press release from Highland Electric Fleets, electric school buses offer a quieter, smoother ride while supporting student health and well-being. The vehicles operate without the engine noise and vibration associated with diesel buses, offering a smoother ride for students on the daily trip to and from school.
Hingham Public Schools Superintendent Kathryn Roberts shared, "We are thrilled to add additional electric school buses to our fleet, consistent with the Town of Hingham's Climate Action Plan, and in support of the district's goals of promoting student health, safety, and well-being. Students, staff, and community members have had incredibly positive feedback about the electric buses, which have been operating smoothly and contributing to net-zero goals."
Highland Electric Fleets, North America's leading provider of Electrification-as-a-Service (EaaS), partnered with Hingham Public Schools to bring the buses and charging infrastructure to the district. The company said that the partnership is expected to deliver significant savings through reduced fuel and maintenance expenses, helping the district manage transportation costs over the long term.
"With nearly half of its school bus fleet now electric, Hingham Public Schools has demonstrated what can be accomplished through thoughtful planning and strong local partnerships," said Matt Stanberry, Senior Vice President of Market Development at Highland Electric Fleets. "Research has shown that replacing just 5 diesel school buses with electric school buses can reduce pediatric asthma risk for approximately 1,500 students. We're excited to see this project come together and to work alongside a district that recognizes the long-term value electric school buses can bring to its transportation operations."