Synop, a software provider for electric vehicle fleets, became the charging management solution for the Synop Bus2Grid partnership under the Renew America’s Schools Grant. Bus2Grid and Synop will enable intelligent charging of electric school buses integrated with solar and battery storage. The companies say this partnership maximizes financial savings and revenue from fleet electrification, sending money back into classrooms.

Tim Farquer’s Statement on Synop Bus2Grid Partnership

“Synop offers a well-developed charging management solution that positions our schools for success at launch,” said Tim Farquer, Bus2Grid’s Administrative Lead. “Their dedication to interoperability and vehicle-to-grid technology positions us for success for years to come.”

Partnership with Illinois Energy Consortium (IEC)

As a strategic partner of Illinois Energy Consortium (IEC) Powered by Future Green, Bus2Grid provides fleet electrification services. The IEC Powered by Future Green is Illinois’ largest school energy management group. This not-for-profit initiative advocates for school districts and provides long-term, low-cost energy solutions.

The Renew America’s Schools Grant Initiative

Bus2Grid’s Renew America’s Schools Grant includes 14 Illinois school districts installing microgrids with help from the $15 million Department of Energy Grant. The initiative modernizes school districts nationwide. By integrating Synop’s platform, Bus2Grid will optimize charging for electric school buses, ensuring efficiency and reliability.

Benefits of Synop’s Charging Management Platform

Synop’s software offers several key benefits:

• Intelligent Charging: Optimizes charging schedules to minimize energy costs
• Real-Time Monitoring: Provides insights into charging status, energy consumption, and vehicle health
• Remote Control: Enables remote management and troubleshooting of charging stations
• Scalability: Easily adapts to growing fleets and evolving energy needs

Mark Braby’s Comments on the Synop Bus2Grid Partnership

“We are excited to partner with Bus2Grid to support their mission of electrifying school bus fleets,” said Mark Braby, Chief Commercial Officer at Synop. “Our comprehensive charging management platform enables schools to ensure uptime while optimizing savings and emissions reductions.”

Driving Sustainability and Clean Energy Integration

By combining Synop’s technology with Bus2Grid’s sustainability commitment, the companies say this partnership will drive electric school bus adoption. The companies add it will fuel clean energy integration and contribute to a greener future.