Going Green

West Valley’s Fleet & Facilities Department was an early adopter of sustainable practices. Our Fleet Sustainability Program is focused on idle reduction, increased fuel economy, and conversion to clean fuel & zero-emission vehicles with the goal of having a zero-emission medium-and heavy-duty fleet by 2040. Our Facilities Sustainability Program is focused on recycling, waste reduction, water conservation and energy-efficient building improvements.

West Valley has put into service hybrid and battery-electric vehicles, solar-powered EV charging stations, is running renewable diesel on other vehicles, and will continue converting our fleet to low or zero emission vehicles.

“As an underground construction company our work, the tools and equipment we use along with the maintenance, repair and even the washing of these things is inherently dirty. We have found ways to use water more effectively so that our procedures are cleaner and safer not only for our employees but also for the environment.” Jolie Hughes, Fleet Administrator

West Valley:

Was among 35 organizations that signed onto the “Global Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero” pledge at the 2018 Global Climate Action Summit in San Francisco. The Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero Pledge is an international effort, championed by CALSTART, a non-profit industry organization with the goal to dramatically reduce emissions from trucks and buses in high-potential markets.
Has achieved Tier 2 (2018) and Tier 3 (2020) Accreditation in CALSTART’s Sustainable Fleets Accreditation Program
Has been recognized for its forward thinking and commitment to green by NAFA. In 2021 we placed 26th in North America for the Green Fleet Award. In 2020 we were 38th and in 2019 we were 48th. The Green Fleet Award is a comprehensive set of criteria specifically tailored around the challenges and requirements of fleet professionals.
In 2021 we received 3rd place in North America in NAFA’s Green Garage Contest, and in 2020 we were 9th. The Green Garage Contest recognizes the most progressive and environmentally committed fleets in North America.