University of Pittsburgh, Enterprise expand partnership

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The University of Pittsburgh and Enterprise Fleet Management recently announced they are expanding their existing 20-year partnership to upgrade the university’s fleet with alternative energy vehicles.

The university’s goal is to be carbon neutral by 2037. To help achieve this goal, it will lease 268 electric and hybrid vehicles from Enterprise Fleet Management.

The first delivery will include 32 new passenger vans, cargo vans, and pickup trucks for the university’s facilities department, faculty, and staff.

Enterprise Fleet Management will provide routine vehicle maintenance and will determine the best time for replacing vehicles.

“Enterprise has been a reliable partner for many years, and we are excited to expand our relationship by having them manage all aspects of our fleet needs,” Kevin Sheehy, University of Pittsburgh assistant vice chancellor of auxiliary operations and finance, said. “Our partnership with Enterprise Fleet Management will allow the university to reduce overhead costs while also improving our fleet to achieve our sustainability goals.”

The agreement is forecasted to save the university $750,000 over the next five years.

Enterprise Fleet Management is an affiliate of Enterprise Holdings, the world’s largest car rental provider.

The university’s sustainability plan also includes the use of renewable energy sources, and increasing the efficiency of buildings.