In 2007, the University of Vermont began the Green Coach Certification research project, which sought to investigate what efficiency standards would be best applied to motor coaches to promote greater energy sustainability [REF].
The CST has partnered with several leading motor coach companies, including Megabus[REF] and Academy[REF] The CST also works with the American Bus Association and the United Motorcoach Association to assist with each organization's Green Operator Awards [REF].