ARLINGTON, VA - enviroCAB, the nation’s first all-hybrid taxicab fleet, officially opened for business in greater Washington, D.C. last month. The fleet of hybrid Toyota Priuses, Camrys and Highlanders and Ford Escapes guarantees passengers environmentally-friendly taxicab service at no additional cost (standard taxicab fares apply).

Inspired by Arlington County’s Fresh AIRE initiative, enviroCAB is the first taxicab company within the Washington, D.C. region to put a fleet on the road comprised entirely of fuel-efficient, low-emission hybrid vehicles and the first carbon-negative taxicab company in the world.

“Arlington has worked hard to raise awareness about the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions,” stated Arlington Board Chairman Walter Tejada. “We’re very pleased to welcome enviroCAB to Arlington, the nation’s first all-hybrid taxicab company. They will be a great asset to our business community, and a strong supporter of Arlington’s green initiatives.”

enviroCAB will emit 2.3 million pounds of carbon dioxide less than similarly sized standard taxi vehicles in a year, and will offset an additional 1.5 million pounds of carbon dioxide emission for its fleet to be carbon neutral. By purchasing “clean-source” offset credits, enviroCAB will become carbon-negative by offsetting another 7.6 million pounds of carbon dioxide, or the equivalent of 100 older, fuel inefficient taxis.

The taxicab company is already providing service to all major airports for many corporate clients who are “going green.” enviroCAB expects to have its full fleet of 50 vehicles in operation by March 2008. 

Arlington County residents can schedule a ride through enviroCAB’s dispatch office at 703-920-3333.