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Greening EPA's Fleet

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EPA is living its mission of protecting human health and the environment while also meeting legislative requirements by increasing its use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs), which reduce harmful emissions and increase fuel efficiency. AFVs, such as those powered by compressed natural gas (CNG), ethanol, and/or electricity, are more fuel-efficient and emit less carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other air pollutants than traditional vehicles. Already, more than 411 of the 1,134 vehicles in the Agency's national fleet are AFVs or other advanced technology vehicles.

Looking to the future, the Agency plans on acquiring plug-in hybrid vehicles as they become commercially available. These types of vehicles are encouraged by Executive Order 13423. EPA is committed to acquiring AFVs, reducing its use of petroleum fuel, increasing alternative fuel consumption, and encouraging private sector organizations to follow its lead.

The document below provides more information on how the Agency is Greening EPA's Fleet:

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