The Fleet Management Administration plays a pivotal role in achieving DPW's environmental goals, in part by investing in cleaner-burning alternative fuels.  DC has among the largest alternative-fuel powered fleets in the region with 329 AFVs, representing 10 percent of the fleet.  Further, the District exceeded the federal goal for purchasing alternatively fueled light vehicles during the 2004 model year period.

Although most of the AFVs in the fleet are classified as light equipment, the Administration is adding more AFVs to the medium and heavy fleet, as well.  For example, FMA has already added two heavy-duty natural gas-powered trash compactors to the fleet.

FMA is constantly exploring new ways of reducing pollution in the nation’s capitol.  In 2001, the District was recognized for its leadership by the Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition (NGVC), which presented FMA with its 9th Annual NGVC Achievement Award.