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Greening The Fleet


Government has set a target of 16% greenhouse gas reductions from 2000 to 2005 through changes to the vehicle fleet.  Actions include acquiring more hybrid/alternative fuel vehicles, using biodiesel and ethanol fuel blends, switching to more efficient vehicles and reducing kilometres travelled.

Hybrids

The Government of British Columbia operates the largest fleet of Prius hybrids in Canada. The Ministry of Management Services provided accurate fuel information on 61 2001 model Prius. The vehicles are used for everyday use through out the province in all types of road and weather conditions. Accurate records have been kept on these vehicles for their entire service period. As of June 2004 the fleet of Prius had traveled a total of 2.57 million km.

For more information check out Fleet Challenge BC’s Hybrid Experience Report

Biodiesel

The Ministry of Management Services is pleased to participate in the Vancouver Island Biodiesel Evaluation Study (VIBES) project as part of our commitment to show leadership

For more information check out the VIBES website.

DriveSmart BC

Learn driving techniques and behaviours that help burn less fuel, save money, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and use them at work and at home! DriveSmart BC is a fun and interactive tool that offers tips and techniques in five categories: planning before you drive, starting and idling, winter driving, maintenance, and weight and air flow. Click the link below to get behind the DriveSmart wheel, then follow the signs and take the road test to confirm what you’ve learned!

https://www.wheregreenideaswork.gov.bc.ca/drivesmart/index.htm

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