If you own a zero emission vehicle as determined by the California Air Resource Board (CARB) or own a car that has achieved a minimum green score of 40 on the American Council for an energy efficient economy (ACEEE) annual vehicle rating guide, you may receive a 20% discount on your A or C permit. You must bring in your vehicle registration to the Office of Parking Operations to receive your discount and permit. This discount program is being offered for the 2009-2010 permit year on an experimental basis. Continuation of the program in future years is still to be determined.

Also, read some tips from the City of Bloomington’s Environmental Commission on how to make your current vehicle more fuel-efficient. Note that the best method to decrease environmental impact is to switch to alternative transportation or purchase a more fuel-efficient or hybrid vehicle.

The IU Motor Pool also seeks to increase sustainable practices. IU’s Sustainable Procurement site recognizes that the Indiana University Motor Pool recycles oil, antifreeze, and tires. In addition, the Indiana University Motor Pool currently utilizes one Toyota Prius in its fleet, which gets on average 60 MPG.