The University of British Columbia
OP-18: Campus Fleet

In 2014, UBC’s Building Operations department, which operates the central campus fleet of 240 vehicles, received Canada’s first E3 (Energy, Environment, Excellence) Platinum Certification for sustainable fleet management. Several steps have been taken to better the performance of the fleet: • Adopted a green fleet plan • Implemented better tracking and analysis of fleet data, including data on fuel use • Replaced vehicles when due for replacement, to minimize repair costs and fuel use • “Right-sized” the fleet in all vehicle classes (light, medium and heavy duty), by choosing smaller, more efficient vehicles suited to the task • Trained staff on fuel management and fuel-efficient driving practices • Purchased electric bikes with detachable trailers, used by trades staff on campus • Integrated alternative fuel infrastructure including B5 biofuel, electric vehicle charging stations, and a CNG fueling station. Between 2011 and 2013, Building Operations cut GHG emissions in its’ fleet by 217 tonnes, or 25%, and increased average fuel efficiency by 16%. More information on fleet initiatives is available online at: http://www.buildingoperations.ubc.ca/sustainability/fleet/. In 2013, UBC installed 18 new electric vehicle charging stations on campus, enabled through the Provincial Community Charging Infrastructure Fund, including 10 stations at the University Services Building to power the campus fleet and 8 stations at Thunderbird Parkade available for faculty, staff, and the general public to use free of charge. http://news.ubc.ca/2013/06/10/electrifying-campus-drivers/ Sustainable fleet management strategic goals, objectives, and performance metrics were also incorporated into department-level Sustainability Frameworks developed in 2013 for key operational departments on campus, including Building Operations and Student Housing and Hospitality Services.

In addition to the vehicles listed below, purchase orders for two additional heavy duty units fueled by CNG have been issued, with plans to replace two additional heavy duty units with diesel/electric hybrid fueled units in 2015/16FY. Note, the campus fuel pump dispenses B5 Diesel which fuels 49 units and E10 Gas which fuels 276 units; these percentages exceed the regulatory requirements for renewable content.