Massachusetts state government is moving to reduce vehicle fuel consumption in the Commonwealth by replacing traditional fueled vehicles in its fleet with hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles where appropriate and reducing the number of vehicle miles traveled by employees by encouraging carpooling and improving the infrastructure of other modes of public and non-traditional transportation.
This information is provided by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Leading by Example Program
The Commonwealth will conduct a pilot project to introduce Plug-in Hybrid technology in the state vehicle fleet. Achieving up to 100 miles per gallon, plug-in hybrid cars advance Massachusetts' clean energy goals of saving energy costs, reducing emissions, and decreasing our dependence on foreign oil. The conversion of state-owned hybrids to a battery-plus-gasoline combination will demonstrate the next generation of money-saving, emissions-reducing automobile technology. And the 100 miles per gallon milestone is achievable as a result of an advanced battery technology developed in Massachusetts.
Transportation Information and Resources
- Case Studies:
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Alternative Fuel
, Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority -
Global Electric Motorcars (GEM) Car Fleets on College Campuses
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Massachusetts Diesel Retrofit Programs
- State Fleet Alternative
- Statewide Energy Contracts, available on the state's procurement website, Comm-PASS, Use "Search for a Contract" under the Contracts tab for, Hybrid Vehicle
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Alternative Fuel
- MassDOT Information:
- Drive Smart and Save: Tips and information from MassDOT on how to drive more efficiently and details on how smart driving saves money while reducing environmental impacts.
This information is provided by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, Leading by Example Program